For over 180 years, Evelyn Partners has been a leading force in UK professional services and wealth management. Our legacy is built on a commitment to helping businesses and individuals achieve better outcomes. We believe that expert guidance should be accessible to all, and weâre dedicated to making that a reality.
Our success hinges on our people and thatâs our secret for longevity. We are a team of passionate professionals united by a shared purpose: to deliver good advice and exceptional service. Through strong partnerships and seamless collaboration, we have become a trusted advisor to countless clients.
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Introduction to the Assurance & Business Service team at Evelyn Partners
Many businesses need to reassure investors and other stakeholders of their financial performance, even where a full audit isnât necessary, appropriate, or required by law. The team youâll be joining provides wide-reaching Assurance & Business Services to a diverse client base. Ranging from small businesses and family enterprise start-ups to non-profit organisations, across a range of industries, both in the UK and internationally.
What will you be doing?
As part of our Assurance & Business Services team you will be working directly with client finance teams at varying levels of seniority, from Accounts Assistants to Financial Directors. Your working environment will differ on each engagement, either based at client offices or at an Evelyn Partners office, working collaboratively to provide assurance, advice and solutions that really make a difference.
Our audits follow a cycle of Planning, Fieldwork and Completion, each phase can last anywhere between one week to several months, depending on the size and complexity of the client. You will quickly gain exposure to a variety of businesses, developing the knowledge and skills needed to be an effective auditor and trusted business adviser. Alongside your work, you'll receive first-class professional training as you study for the Associate Chartered Accountant (ACA) qualification, which will enable you to gain a full understanding of the technical aspects of audit and accountancy and additional financial advisory services.
Your responsibilities will include:
* Working as part of a team to undertake a variety of audit and accountancy tasks
* Developing an understanding of our clients and their business portfolios
* Keeping senior stakeholders informed of project updates
* Becoming familiar with our audit and accounting software
* Resolving queries, whether of an audit or accountancy nature
* Prioritising tasks whilst monitoring time against budget
To be successful in this role, you should:
* Be committed to completing the Associate Chartered Accountant (ACA) qualification, on a Level 7 apprenticeship
* A Level: Predicted or obtained minimum 112 UCAS points in top three A Levels (or equivalent), excluding General Studies
* GCSE: Minimum Grade 5 (or equivalent), in English Language and Maths respectively
Learning & Development
Youâll be supported in completing your qualification; gaining the finance knowledge, accountancy skills and real-world business experience to jumpstart your career in accountancy, tax and business advisory. And you wonât do it alone - youâll be joining as part of a cohort with your own personal support network, including a buddy to offer first-hand experience. Your qualification training will be supported by a leading UK training provider, and youâll be given the space and time to study whilst developing a variety of skills to become a well-rounded advisor. Youâll receive guidance and support each step of the way by our dedicated Learning & Development team and training contact for your department to make sure you have everything you need to realise your potential from day one.
As a colleague here at Evelyn Partners you will have access to benefits that include:
* Fully funded training towards professional qualifications
* Competitive salary
* Private medical insurance
* Life assurance
* Pension contribution
* Generous holiday package
* Option to purchase additional holiday
* Cycle to work scheme
* Season ticket loan
* Eye care support
* Shared parental leave
We believe that diverse perspectives and experiences are the cornerstone of our success. At Evelyn Partners, you'll find an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and supported. Our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion is evident in our active employee resource groups and ongoing initiatives. Weâre dedicated to creating a workplace where you can thrive and reach your full potential.
We are committed to providing reasonable adjustments throughout the application process. Please donât hesitate to discuss your needs with your recruiter.
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IMPORTANT NOTES FOR COMPLETING YOUR APPLICATION
When you click on the âIâm interestedâ button youâll be taken to your profile page. Weâre in the process of updating it but in the meantime:
* We can only accept one application to any of our programmes in a recruitment season. If you are unsuccessful, you will need to wait until the next September when we re-open applications for the following year.
* Under the âExperienceâ section, if you do not have any experience please enter âN/Aâ into the âTitleâ text box and choose a random end and start date
* Under the âEducationâ section you do NOT need to include all your education details as weâll ask for this separately once youâve completed your profile. All you need to do is fill in the âInstitutionâ (aka University) question which is mandatory. If you have more than one degree please include your latest one.
* Under the âResumeâ (aka CV) section, it is mandatory for you to upload a document as this will be reviewed by the hiring manager.
* The âMessage to Hiring Managerâ text box is NOT mandatory and will not be formally reviewed.
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