Join to apply for the Private Capital Audit School Leaver Programme (Autumn 2026) – Cardiff role at Grant Thornton UK.
At Grant Thornton we do things differently – looking to the future, driving ambitious growth and pioneering positive change in our industry. We provide audit, tax and advisory services and empower clients through strategic insight, curiosity and genuine partnership while empowering our people with real opportunity, an inclusive culture and work‑life balance. A true alternative.
Responsibilities
- Work with a variety of clients, from household names to innovative start‑ups, gaining exposure to different industries and challenges.
- Get hands‑on with real audits, visiting client sites, attending stock counts, and carrying out testing that helps verify financial accuracy and uncover risks.
- Understand how businesses work by analysing financial statements, reviewing internal controls, and learning how companies manage money, risk, and operations.
- Use data and technology to spot trends, identify anomalies, and support your findings.
- Keep learning and growing by staying up to date with regulations, developing your professional judgement, and building relationships with mentors and experts across the firm.
- Study with support, with dedicated time to study and a team behind you as you work towards your CFAB and ACA qualifications.
Who we’re looking for
- Curious minds who explore ideas and ask thoughtful questions.
- Innovative problem solvers who think creatively, spot patterns, and turn data into meaningful insights.
- Collaborative partners who work respectfully and build trust with others.
- Effective communicators who listen, adapt, and express ideas clearly.
- Self‑leaders who manage and flex their time, mindset, and energy effectively.
- Career‑minded contributors who take initiative and are motivated to grow.
What you’ll get
- Kickstart your career with a structured five‑year programme designed to give you real‑world experience from day one.
- Fully funded professional qualification, including paid study leave, expert tuition and all course fees covered.
- Technology to support your learning and client work.
- Dedicated support network, from experienced managers and mentors to college tutors who’ll guide you every step of the way.
- Our approach to how we work helps you balance life, learning, and work.
- Exclusive discounts on shopping, gyms, and wellbeing services.
- Opportunities to give back through mentoring, volunteering, or fundraising initiatives.
- Competitive salary and benefits package, including extra holiday options (flexible bank holidays, option to purchase additional holidays), life assurance, private medical insurance.
What we expect from you
As part of your training with us, you’ll be provided with study leave to support you with completing your professional qualification. Completing a professional qualification is a substantial commitment and it’s worth taking this into consideration before applying, as you will be required to study in your spare time outside of your working hours. You’ll also be provided with study leave in the run up to your exams. You’ll need to be focused, committed, and organise your time well to balance all the requirements of being a trainee. Join the firm that’s shaping the accountants of the future. We’re growing fast, and we want you to grow with us. With digital‑first innovation and an inclusive culture that powers progress, this is your chance to shape what’s next. This isn’t just a school leave programme; it’s the start of something bigger.
Seniority level
Internship
Employment type
Full‑time
Job function
Accounting/Auditing and Finance
Industry
Accounting
Cardiff, Wales, United Kingdom
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