Company: PKF Littlejohn

Location: Manchester

Job Description:

To begin to develop a knowledge of accounting and auditing techniques and show commitment to passing the professional examinations (ACA)
To begin to develop an understanding of the Financial Services sector, including insurance, funds and fund management and the associated accounting and auditing issues
Undertake the work allocated by the assignment leader
Keep the assignment leader informed about progress at daily meetings
Ensure attendance at briefing meetings and understand the audit plan
Complete the work within the budget for each area
Adopt high professional standards with a business‑like approach to work
Develop a comprehensive working knowledge of double entry bookkeeping
Be able to complete sections in the audit file by obtaining and documenting sufficient and appropriate audit evidence, to include the following sections:

Fixed assets section
Bank section
Document accounting systems and complete systems testing
Substantive testing on the Profit and Loss analysis – including attention to tax requirements

Develop a basic knowledge of current accounting standards
Develop a basic knowledge of the laws and regulations affecting FS clients including Lloyd’s/FCA regulations and client money rules
Pass relevant professional examinations first time
Complete the required CII study exams
Be able to advise on basic accounting issues
Be aware of Institute and internal ethical guidelines
To accept responsibility for all work performed

Minimum of a 2.2 degree, attained or expected.
Minimum of 112 UCAS points (2017 tariff), from three A Levels A‑C (excluding general studies), or equivalent.
Minimum grade 6 in Maths and English Language GCSEs.

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Posted: June 13th, 2026