Accounting Services 12 Month Placement Programme (Summer 2025) - Milton Keynes or Reading
More than you expected
Grant Thornton UK LLP is part of a global network of independent audit, tax and advisory firms, made up of some 73,000 people in over 150 countries. We're a team of independent thinkers who put quality, inclusion and integrity first. All around the world we bring a different experience to our clients. A better experience. One that delivers the expertise they need in a way that goes beyond. Personal, proactive, and agile. That's Grant Thornton.
Job Description:
Great minds. Nothing alike.
As a placement student in our Accounting Services Team, you'll be supporting clients with the preparation of annual financial statements and management accounts. You'll connect with the issues our clients are facing, providing independent advice so they can confidently do what is right and make the best decisions for the future.
Our clients are diverse, ranging from sole traders to multinational businesses. The teams work together to support and challenge each other to exceed clients' expectations.
A look into your future
Our 12-month placement programme is designed so you can experience life working right at the heart of the business, understanding what we do and giving you real life experiences to take forward into your final year at university and your future career.
Here's a glimpse of what you'll experience during your year with us:
1. Hands-on experience with a variety of clients
2. Responsibility from early in your career, taking ownership for interesting and challenging client work
3. Develop a strong internal and external network
4. Work independently and take ownership
5. Collaborate closely with colleagues to provide robust challenge and market-leading insights
6. On-the-job learning alongside structured training
7. Gain a wide range of skills and experience to support your learning and development
Knowing that you're right for us
We're looking for people who will bring ambition and drive to their role. In changing markets, we need to work at pace, be adaptable, and be curious, asking questions to ensure we are delivering the services and quality we expect.
We have a flexible approach to academic entry requirements, considering these alongside your strengths and motivations.
How we work
We have a trust-based way of working at Grant Thornton, driven by responsible people who have the best interests of our firm and clients at heart. Our teams work between our offices, client sites, and at their homes. In-person working is important for learning and building relationships.
Knowing we're right for you
The culture at Grant Thornton is what sets us apart. We value inclusivity and create environments where all our people can flourish. Our values shape our daily behaviours and decisions.
In addition to a competitive salary and reward package, you'll also get:
1. Tailored development programmes and access to coaching
2. Flexible bank holidays
3. Benefits including pension, life assurance, and private medical
4. Anytime benefits for shopping discounts, gym memberships, and financial advice
Beyond the job
Life is more than work. Our framework for how we work outlines our approach to agile working. Everyone enjoys a competitive salary and receives core benefits including life assurance and private medical cover.
The impact you can make here will go far beyond your day job. From secondments to fundraising for local charities, you'll be giving back to society. It's that drive to do the right thing that runs through our every move.
You deserve the best start to your career. Choose Grant Thornton. It's how it should be.
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