Audit - Financial Services Banking Apprentice

Overview

Join to apply for the Audit - Financial Services Banking School Leaver Apprentice - Leeds - 1 September 2026 role at Mazars UK LLP - formerly Competition Rx Ltd

Forvis Mazars is a leading global professional services network providing audit & assurance, tax, and advisory services. In the UK it spans 14 offices and has over 3,400 professionals, including 190 partners. You will join a collaborative and inclusive team where your growth and development are supported, working with a diverse client base that expands beyond the local team. Together we grow
, belong
, and impact
.

• Purpose‑driven work:
  At Forvis Mazars, we're not just auditors; we're champions of the public interest. By ensuring financial transparency and accountability, we contribute to a fair and prosperous world. Your work matters.
• Client‑centric approach:
  Collaborate with a diverse client base—from local startups to global multinationals—across fascinating sectors. As an auditor, you'll gain insights into their operations, challenges, and opportunities. Your recommendations will shape their success.
• Quality focused:
  Join a community of 1,400 professionals who share your commitment to excellence. Our rigorous standards ensure that every audit adds value and builds trust.
• Learning and growth:
  Continuous learning is key. You'll receive training in globally recognised qualifications, mentorship, and exposure to cutting‑edge tools. Plus, our supportive environment encourages you to thrive and develop your soft skills.
• Global impact:
  Our reach extends beyond borders. Work on international engagements, collaborate with colleagues worldwide, and broaden your horizons. Your contributions will resonate globally.

Forvis Mazars offers a world‑class audit experience with deep knowledge of the banking sector. You will build knowledge and understanding of the financial services banking market, working on a broad range of client engagements. Our clients consist of overseas banks and UK challenger banks, covering retail, commercial, private, merchant, and investment banking. We also work with building societies, leasing, asset‑backed lending, payment service providers, and security brokers.

• Four‑year training contract starting 1 September 2026.

• Master the art of auditing:
  Learn to prepare meticulous audit documents using the latest software and methodologies.
• Financial statements:
  Develop a deep understanding of balance sheets, income statements, and cash flows.
• Work side by side with clients:
  Immerse yourself in the business world by working directly with diverse companies.
• Build relationships:
  Connect with key stakeholders with clients and internally across service lines.

As you progress, you'll take on increasingly complex audit work such as revenue recognition, valuation, and risk assessments. You'll also take ownership of audit engagements, leading their delivery and mentoring new and junior team members. You're joining us as a permanent employee—the three years is only the beginning of your career journey at Forvis Mazars.

• On track or have obtained A‑level, BTEC or equivalent qualifications. Strong academic performance is important; we look at the whole self, including experiences that show growth.
• Deep curiosity to learn new things and naturally inquisitive.
• The ability to think critically, solve problems, and share knowledge with others.
• A commitment to self‑development and learning.
• Strong sense of ownership of duties and high responsibility to deliver on promises.
• Always strives for excellence and seeks ways to improve.
• Enjoys meeting people with respect for diversity, integrity.
• Works well under pressure with a positive can‑do attitude.
• Excellent time‑management skills.
• Willingness to travel and adhere to flexible working.

Fully funded professional qualification: ACA.

Coaching, mentorship, and one‑on‑one guidance to help you grow, belong and make an impact. Funding for qualifications, study time off, blended training approach. Buddy support for first year. Comprehensive quality training:…