Graduate Accountancy Training Programme 2025
Department: Audit
Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time
Location: Horsham
Compensation: GBP 25,000 / year
Description
Join our team at Kreston Reeves we are looking for students to join our Accounts or Audit team based in Chichester or Horsham. Are you currently enrolled in university, or have you completed your degree and are contemplating your next career move? Kreston Reeves provides graduates with the chance to participate in our apprenticeship program within our award-winning and innovative organisation.
About our apprenticeship programme;
This program presents a remarkable opportunity to acquire invaluable hands-on experience within a professional practice environment, immersing yourself in the day-to-day operations of a leading accountancy firm serving a diverse clientele. Your professional training will be conducted in collaboration with a prominent training provider, involving block release periods for attending courses with exams spread over the three-year duration. It's essential to be ready to dedicate personal study time to ensure optimal comprehension of the material and success in the exams.
In addition to your formal studies, you'll learn through practical experience, applying your newly acquired skills by working alongside colleagues and engaging with clients right from the inception of your career with us. Throughout your training, we provide continuous support through regular reviews and feedback, coupled with professional and financial assistance, ensuring a fulfilling and challenging career path that enables you to realise your full potential.
Our Training Programme:
As an apprentice, your initial focus will be on understanding the inner workings of our organisation and your team, immersing yourself in the dynamics of one of the foremost accountancy practices. Along this journey, you'll acquire new skills. As you advance through the program and make progress in your chosen qualification, opportunities will arise for you to participate in exciting projects and broaden your experience through engagement with our diverse client base. Depending on the department you join, you'll have the chance to collaborate with clients spanning various sectors such as education, charities/not-for-profit, manufacturing, technology, and more. This exposure will open doors to further enhance your skills. Immerse yourself in a realm of varied opportunities that will act as the driving force behind your professional advancement!
What we're looking for:
We're looking for graduates who meet the following criteria:
* 2:1 degree minimum (obtained or predicted)
* Good A levels, or equivalent (A*- C)
* GCSE Maths and English (or equivalent) grade 4- 9 (grade C and above)
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
* Confident and passionate
* Excellent work ethic, driven and highly motivated
* Effective time and task management skills
If you don't meet all of these requirements but believe you have the skills and enthusiasm to succeed, we encourage you to apply. We value potential and a willingness to learn as much as formal qualifications.
What we can offer:
* Financial wellbeing - competitive salary, contributory pension scheme, Life Assurance, Health Cash Plan, Income Protection Scheme and Perks at Work discounts and rewards.
* Leave - 20.5 days plus bank holidays, holiday buying
* Mental wellbeing - hybrid working (3 days in the office/2 from home) and flexible working policies, Employee Assistance Programme and counselling
* Physical wellbeing - Private Medical Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance and an annual flu jab.
* Recognition - monthly nominations for financial awards based on culture and values
* Development - we offer continuous support and development with clear mapped progression routes across the business, as well as access to internal and external training courses
* Diversity, inclusion and belonging - we operate several family-friendly policies and take proactive steps to create an inclusive environment
* ESG - give as you earn, 1 extra day off each year to take up volunteering opportunities. Opportunities to support our commitment to charitable causes
* Travel - other optional benefits include: cycle to work scheme, interest-free season ticket loan (London only), interest-free car/motorbike loan
At Kreston Reeves, we are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible workplace for all. We understand that everyone has unique needs, and we strive to accommodate them through reasonable adjustments. If you require any reasonable adjustments to participate in our recruitment process or thrive in your role, please don't hesitate to reach out by emailing recruitment@krestonreeves.com. Your success is important to us, and we're here to ensure a supportive and inclusive experience for all. #J-18808-Ljbffr