Audit - Audit Public Sector - Apprentice

Audit - Audit Public Sector - School Leaver Apprentice - Manchester - 1 September 2026

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Forvis Mazars : who are we? 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.

Forvis Mazars offers a world-class audit experience with deep, specialist knowledge of the Public sector. If you join Public Sector Audit, you will be part of a brilliant team that provides distinctive audit and advisory services, and works with central government bodies, local government bodies including Councils, police and fire bodies, NHS Trusts and Integrated Commissioning Boards.

As a School Leaver Apprentice, you’ll be on a four‑year training contract. Below is a year‑by‑year overview of what you can expect.

• Master the art of auditing:
  Learn to prepare meticulous audit documents using the latest software and methodologies.
• Financial statements:
  Develop a deep understanding of financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flows.
• Work side by side with clients:
  Be immersed into the business world by working directly with a variety of diverse companies.
• Build relationships:
  Connect with key stakeholders both with our clients and internally across service lines, gathering relevant information and building strong professional relationships.

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 mentor new and junior team members. You’ll join the firm as a permanent employee; the three years is only the beginning of your exceptional career journey at Forvis Mazars.

• On track or have obtained A-level, BTEC or equivalent qualifications. Strong academic performance is important; however, we understand that things don’t always go to plan.
• 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 levels of responsibility to deliver on promises.
• Always looks to try their best in all they do and always looking for ways to improve.
• Enjoys meeting and engaging with new people with an underlying respect for individuals, diversity, and integrity.
• Works well under pressure and have a positive “can‑do” attitude if faced with challenging situations.
• Excellent time management skills.
• A willingness to travel and adhere to our flexible working environment.

Full funding for the ACA qualification. Our supportive culture includes coaching, mentorship, and one‑on‑one guidance to help you grow, belong and make an impact. In addition to funding qualifications, we provide time off to study, and a blended training approach including in‑person and virtual learning. You will be allocated a buddy before joining who will support you to settle into the team and navigate your first year at Forvis Mazars.

You also receive comprehensive quality training and development in professional, client, digital, and technical excellence.

At Forvis Mazars, diversity, equity and inclusion are central to our values. We value our people's unique backgrounds, perspectives, and experience, and know this diversity creates better outcomes for our clients. We promote an environment in which 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, so to avoid disappointment we encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible. Please note the start date is 1 September 2026. If you are an international applicant and/or require a visa, view our FAQs before applying to be aware of deadlines and important information you need to know.