Audit - Public Sector Industrial Placement - 1 September 2025 - Manchester

at  Mazars

Manchester, England, United Kingdom -

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Immediate01 Jan, 2025Not Specified05 Oct, 2024N/APublic SectorNoNo
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Description:

FORVIS MAZARS : WHO ARE WE?

Forvis Mazars LLP is the UK firm of Forvis Mazars Group. In the UK we have over 3,300 employees across 14 locations, delivering an outstanding client experience. Forvis Mazars is an engine for rapid and consistent career progression, offering career paths that help you pursue your interests, match your changing needs, and explore your true potential. We work with diverse, prestigious clients across a range of sectors and geographies, giving you the opportunity to constantly update and grow your skills for lifelong professional development. You can find out more about our firm here.

WHO WE’RE LOOKING FOR

  • You must be in the penultimate year of your undergraduate university course (the placement must take place either in your 2nd year of a 3 year course or 3rd year of a 4 year course)
  • Strong academic performance is important; however, we understand that things don’t always go to plan. Our recruitment process looks at your whole self – academic achievements as well as other experiences in which you have grown and developed. You can read about our approach to academics in our FAQs.
  • Deep curiosity to learn new things and is 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.

Responsibilities:

ABOUT THE ROLE

As an industrial placement trainee here’s what will await you during your placement year:

  • Master the art of auditing: Learn to prepare meticulous audit documents using the latest software and methodologies, a key part of this is:
  • 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. You will need to understand their operations, challenges, and unique circumstances.
  • Build relationships: Connect with key stakeholders both with our clients but also internally in your team and across service lines. You will be expected to gather relevant information and build strong professional relationships.

IF YOU ARE OFFERED A PERMANENT ROLE TO RETURN AT THE END OF YOUR PLACEMENT, YOU WILL RE-JOIN AS A SECOND YEAR AFTER COMPLETING YOUR DEGREE. THE REST OF YOUR TRAINING IS OUTLINED BELOW.

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 by taking a leading role in their delivery. You’ll mentor new and more junior team members, helping them to settle in and flourish.


REQUIREMENT SUMMARY

Min:N/AMax:5.0 year(s)

Accounting

Accounts / Finance / Tax / CS / Audit

Accounts Management

Graduate

Your 2nd year of a 3 year course or 3rd year of a 4 year course

Proficient

1

Manchester, United Kingdom