Audit Assistant - School

Overview

Please note, RSM does not accept General Studies, AS levels or the Extended Project Qualification (EPQ). The start date for this role is 12 January 2026 or 22 September 2026. Our start dates are mandatory due to the internal and professional training you receive upon joining the firm, to offer you the best start to your career with us. Following changes to government policy in April 2024, we can only accept applications from individuals with an existing, permanent right to live and work in the UK for this role.

• Work towards becoming a Chartered Accountant apprenticeship programme.
• Be enrolled in our tailor-made development programme and have access to an online learning portal where you can enhance your digital and interpersonal skills.
• Have access to lifestyle, health, and wellbeing including financial wellbeing benefits which you can tailor to your requirements.

As one of the world's largest networks of audit, tax and consulting firms, RSM delivers big ideas and premium service to help middle-market businesses thrive. We are a fast-growing firm with big ambitions -- we have a clear goal to become the premium adviser to the middle market, globally.

Note:

Following changes to government policy in April 2024, we can only accept applications from individuals with an existing, permanent right to live and work in the UK for this role.

• A minimum of 112 UCAS points across 3 A Levels or an equivalent level 3 qualification or 104 UCAS points across 4 Scottish Highers/Advanced Highers or Irish Leaving Certificate (Higher Level).
• Effective verbal and written communication skills are crucial to convey information clearly and concisely for successful collaboration with team members and clients.
• The ability to analyse and interpret data in order to solve problems.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, which enable you to build and maintain working relationships with colleagues and clients and remain calm under pressure.
• A genuine interest in business and commerce with the ability to demonstrate a commercial outlook through organisational and time management skills.
• A willingness to travel to client sites and other offices as required.

• As a member of our audit team, you will conduct a thorough, risk-focused review on a range of client's financial records, processes, and controls. You'll play a crucial role in ensuring the accuracy of financial statements, whilst building trust and confidence among stakeholders.
• Becoming a key member of our team from day one, you will have the opportunity to engage in client work very quickly, initially as part of a larger team before taking on individual responsibility for projects.
• Working with a wide variety of clients, ranging from owner managed businesses, through to large listed groups as well as charities, pension schemes and other not-for-profit organisations.
• You'll predominately be office based or at a client site. This gives you the opportunity to build relationships with your colleagues and get the development and support needed in the early stages of your career. The skills and experiences you gain during your training programme will not only benefit you now but lay the foundation for a successful and rewarding career.

We look forward to exploring your potential in this role.