Audit - Privately Owned Business Apprentice

Audit - Privately Owned Business School Leaver Apprentice - Edinburgh - 1 September 2026

Forvis Mazars is a leading global professional services network providing audit & assurance, tax, and advisory services. Forvis Mazars in the UK spans 14 offices across the UK and has over 3,400 professionals, with 190 partners. We have a clear purpose and a shared commitment to shape a better future. You'll join a collaborative and inclusive team where you're supported to grow your skills, explore new opportunities, and contribute from day one.

You ll work with a diverse client base, develop meaningful connections, and gain experience that extends beyond your local team. Together, we grow, belong and impact.

• Purpose-driven work: we re champions of the public interest, ensuring financial transparency and accountability to contribute to a fair and prosperous world.
• Client-centric human approach: collaborate with a diverse client base across sectors; your recommendations will shape client success.
• Quality focused: join a community of professionals committed to excellence; rigorous standards ensure audits add value and build trust.
• Learning and growth: training in globally recognised qualifications, mentorship, exposure to tools, and a supportive environment to thrive and develop soft skills.
• Global impact: work on international engagements, collaborating with colleagues worldwide and broadening your horizons.

About The Mid-Markets Team: our Mid-Markets team supports privately owned businesses and works with over 13,000 in the UK. You will be part of a dynamic team serving startups to international groups.

Hear From Our Graduate Trainee Max: “I ve enjoyed the combination of on the job learning and studying.”

As an apprentice here is what will await you during your four-year training contract:

• Master the art of auditing: learn to prepare meticulous audit documents using the latest software and methodologies.
• Financial statements: develop understanding of balance sheets, income statements, and cash flows.
• Work side by side with clients: work directly with a variety of diverse companies to understand their operations and challenges.
• Build relationships: connect with stakeholders inside clients and across service lines; gather information and build professional relationships.

As you progress, you’ll take on increasingly complex audit work, such as revenue recognition, valuation, and risk assessments. You’ll take ownership of audit engagements and mentor junior team members. You’ll join as a permanent employee; the four years are the beginning of your career at Forvis Mazars.

• On track or have obtained A-level, BTEC or equivalent qualifications; strong academics but we consider the whole candidate including other experiences.
• Curious, with a desire to learn and think critically.
• Commitment to self-development and learning; ownership and responsibility.
• Strong work ethic, willingness to travel, and adaptable to flexible working.
• Excellent time management and ability to work under pressure.

Fully funded professional qualification for this role: ICAS. Our culture includes coaching, mentorship, and one-on-one guidance, with time off to study and blended training (in person and virtual). A buddy will help you settle in during your first year. Training covers professional, client, digital, and technical excellence; read our FAQs for more.

At Forvis Mazars diversity, equity and inclusion are central to our values. We value diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experience; diversity helps us deliver better outcomes. We promote an environment where you can grow your skills, belong to a team that values your ideas, and make an impact that matters.

Roles will be closed as soon as we find the right people. Start date is 1 September 2026. If you are an international applicant and/or require a visa please view our FAQs before applying.