Audits and Accounts Graduate Apprenticeship
Ford Campbell Freedman Ltd
LEEDS (LS1 2RY)
Closes in 20 days (Friday 20 March 2026 at 11:59pm)
Posted on 25 February 2026
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Summary
An excellent opportunity within our audit team for an enthusiastic individual who is seeking to develop a rewarding career in the accounting and auditing field, working towards an internationally recognised qualification (ACA) as an ICAEW Chartered Accountant.
- Wage
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Competitive
Competitive wage offered
- Training course
- Accountancy or taxation professional (level 7)
- Hours
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Full Time Mon-Friday
37 hours 30 minutes a week
- Start date
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Tuesday 1 September 2026
- Duration
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3 years
- Positions available
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1
Work
Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience.
What you'll do at work
You will join our young, driven team of auditors and benefit from their experience. With a combination of on the job and specific, bespoke training, you will quickly gain responsibility and become one of our advisors, trusted and relied upon by our wide ranging client base.
Working primarily in our Audit team, you will undertake the various sections of an audit file, developing a detailed understanding of our clients' businesses. You will also learn all about the preparation of financial accounts and tax computations, ensuring work is completed in line with budget and required deadlines, as well as the interpretation of financial data and the intricacies of accounting legislation.
Alongside this, you will develop your ability to work effectively in a team and communicate with professional contacts across a broad spectrum of businesses.
Where you'll work
33 PARK PLACE
LEEDS
LS1 2RY
Training
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
Training provider
FIRST INTUITION LEEDS LIMITED
Training course
Accountancy or taxation professional (level 7)
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What you'll learn
Course contents
- Build trusted and sustainable relationships with individuals and organisations. Consistently support individuals and collaborate to achieve results as part of a team.
- Influence the impact of business decisions on relevant and affected communities based on an appreciation of different organisations and the environments in which they operate.
- Communicate in a clear, articulate and appropriate manner. Adapt communications to suit different situations, individuals or teams.
- Identify ethical dilemmas, understand the implications and behave appropriately. Understand their legal responsibilities, both within the letter and the spirit of the law, as well as be aware of the procedures for reporting concerns over potentially unethical activities.
- Take ownership of allocated projects and effectively manage their own time and the time of others. Demonstrate good project management skills to deliver high quality work within the appropriate timeline. Act as a role model and motivate others to deliver results.
- Evaluate information quickly and draw accurate conclusions. Assess a problem from multiple angles to ensure all relevant issues are considered. Gather the appropriate facts and evidence in order to make decisions effectively.
Training schedule
You will join our young, driven team of auditors and benefit from their experience. With a combination of on the job and specific, bespoke training, you will quickly gain responsibility and become one of our advisors, trusted and relied upon by our wide ranging client base.
Working primarily in our Audit team, you will undertake the various sections of an audit file, developing a detailed understanding of our clients' businesses. You will also learn all about the preparation of financial accounts and tax computations, ensuring work is completed in line with budget and required deadlines, as well as the interpretation of financial data and the intricacies of accounting legislation.
Alongside this, you will develop your ability to work effectively in a team and communicate with professional contacts across a broad spectrum of businesses.
Requirements
Essential qualifications
GCSE in:
A Level in:
Degree in:
Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.
Skills
- Communication skills
- IT skills
- Attention to detail
- Organisation skills
- Administrative skills
- Number skills
- Analytical skills
- Team working
Other requirements
Current RTW in the UK
A full UK Driving License would be advantageous.
About this employer
FCF is an award-winning accountancy firm based in Leeds with a heritage of over 90 years. We’re a team of dedicated specialists passionate about delivering forward-thinking, personalised financial advice tailored to owner-managed and family businesses. Our collaborative, proactive approach means we take the time to understand each client’s goals and challenges, offering seamless support across services including accountancy, audit, tax and corporate finance. Renowned for building long-standing relationships, we combine quality advice with exceptional client care to help businesses grow and thrive at every stage of their lifecycle
After this apprenticeship
Upon completion of the apprenticeship, promotion opportunities will become available. Performance will be reviewed whilst on the apprenticeship.
Ask a question
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
FIRST INTUITION LEEDS LIMITED
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000015265.
Apply now
Closes in 20 days (Friday 20 March 2026 at 11:59pm)