Audit School Leaver Apprentice, September 2027 | HaysMac

HaysMac is an award-winning firm of chartered accountants and tax advisors, with 45 partners and over 700 staff, providing advice and services to entrepreneurs, fast-growing and owner-managed businesses, charities and not for profit organisations across the UK and internationally. From our trainees to our partners, our culture of support and progression means we grow together as one firm to best help our clients. We are a top 20 London accountancy firm, a leading member of MSI Global Alliance, and advisers to some of the UK’s most exciting businesses and charities. Our team of over 500 people all work together in our modern offices located in London and Cape Town.

Start your career in Audit at HaysMac, working with a diverse range of clients while studying towards your ACA qualification. 

Audit is about providing independent assurance that financial statements are accurate and reliable. As an Audit Associate, you will help organisations build trust in their financial reporting, supporting better decision-making for stakeholders. 

From day one, you will be part of our social purpose team, gaining exposure to charities and purpose-driven organisations, and building an understanding of how they operate and create impact. What you’ll be doing As an Audit Associate, you will work as part of a team delivering high-quality audits. Your responsibilities will include:  Testing financial transactions (e.g. invoices, payments, and receipts)  Reviewing financial data to identify risks or inconsistencies  Preparing audit working papers and documenting findings  Supporting seniors and managers throughout the audit process  Attending client meetings and building relationships with client teams  Working both in the office and on client sites  You will gain exposure to a wide range of clients and industries, developing both your technical knowledge and professional skills. Responsibilities above are generalised and are no way exhaustive. Training and development We are committed to supporting your growth from day one. You will:  Study towards the ACA qualification with full support  Receive structured technical and professional skills training  Be assigned a dedicated line manager and buddy  Learn through hands-on experience and on-the-job coaching 

You will also be part of a close-knit graduate cohort, providing peer support throughout your training journey. 

Working at HaysMac 

We pride ourselves on creating a supportive and inclusive environment where you can thrive. Alongside your role, you will have opportunities to:  Build strong relationships across the firm  Take part in social and networking events  Contribute to our Corporate Social Responsibility initiatives  Our culture is built on collaboration, progression, and shared success.

Candidate Profile  We are looking for individuals who are curious, motivated and eager to learn. You should:  Be a strong communicator, with the confidence to build relationships with colleagues and clients   Demonstrate curiosity and critical thinking, with the ability to question and analyse information   Have a genuine interest in how businesses and organisations operate   Enjoy working collaboratively and contributing ideas within a team environment   Be adaptable and able to manage changing priorities and deadlines   Show attention to detail and strong problem-solving ability   Be comfortable working with data and using technology to analyse information   Take initiative and demonstrate a proactive approach to your development   Act with integrity and professionalism in all situations Academic Requirements  120 UCAS points predicted or obtained from your top 3 A-Levels or equivalent B at Maths GCSE

Everyone is welcome to apply for our roles, and we are determined to ensure that no applicant or employee receives less favourable treatment because of gender, race, disability, sexual orientation, religion, belief, age, marital status, background, pregnancy, or caring responsibilities.  We also recognise the importance of diversity of thought within our teams and are fully committed to embracing the talents of people with autism, dyslexia, ADHD, and other forms of neurocognitive variation. We will always seek to make appropriate adjustments to recruitment, workplaces, and work processes to be fully inclusive to people with different needs and working styles.  If you need us to make any reasonable adjustments for you from application onwards, please email haysmac@wearewiser.com