Assistant, Audit (Graduate), Manchester, UK - September 2025 About Crowe Crowe is a leading national audit, tax, advisory and consulting firm with global reach and local expertise. We are an independent member of Crowe Global, one of the top 10 accounting networks in the world, with access to more than 40,000 people in over 145 countries and across more than 800 offices globally. Our 3-year Level 7 apprenticeship programme will give you the skills and support you need to build a successful and rewarding career at Crowe within our Audit team based in Manchester. What to expect Our Audit team focus on delivering a high-quality audit, responsive to the needs of the business. Auditing and financial reporting is at the core of financial governance for any organisation, and our audit team responds quickly to the ever-changing business climate. Applying a questioning mind and critically assessing information that organisations provide, you will demonstrate the ability to challenge, develop your skills to deliver independent insights, and apply high-quality audit expertise. You will be a valued member of the team from day one and will get involved with client work quickly, exposing you to the depth of services that Crowe provides and the wide variety of organisations that we advise. Your Study Route During your apprenticeship you will work towards the ACA qualification, providing the foundations for your development, and giving you the qualifications and tools, you need to succeed in your career. Our programme will empower you to learn new skills as well as harness existing skills to work on multiple exciting projects as well as study towards your professional qualification. Requirements: Degree - 2:2 or equivalent BBC (or 112 UCAS points) from three A Levels (or equivalent) GCSE grade 4 (C) or above in Mathematics and English Language The ability to travel to clients and other offices is essential for the role, and a full UK driving license is preferred. Throughout your training programme, you will also be required to attend off-site external training, where overnight stays are necessary. Your application will not be based on academic performance alone. You will be required to demonstrate the strengths and qualities which underpin our core values, including personal drive, integrity and teamwork. Those who are curious, resilient and agile will thrive. Why choose Crowe? At Crowe we understand that it is often the culture and values of a firm that are most important when looking for a new workplace. We put quality at the heart of everything we do. Quality is an essential part of our Audit strategy and is underpinned by the culture and behaviors we advocate and support as a practice. Join us and you can expect to carry out work that is both challenging and rewarding, with the Crowe community providing you with the support you need to be at your best. Crowe is committed to equal opportunity and diversity in recruitment and employment. We value the differences that a diverse workforce brings to our organisation, driving effectiveness in our teams and providing our clients with a quality service. Following changes to government policy in April 2024, we only accept applications from individuals with an existing, permanent, right to live and work in the UK.