Overview
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As one of the world\'s largest networks of audit, tax and consulting firms, RSM delivers big ideas and premium service to help middle-market businesses thrive. We are a fast-growing firm with big ambitions and a clear goal to become the premium adviser to the middle market, globally. If you are looking for a firm where you can build a future and make an impact, then RSM is the place for you.
Make an Impact at RSM UK – External Audit. Join our 12-month paid placement as part of your sandwich degree course and gain hands-on experience. Our placement programme allows you to experience working in the audit team alongside current trainees and experienced team members, with on-the-job training and access to internal training courses to help you develop in the role. If you perform well, you could be considered for our graduate training programmes.
You will conduct a thorough, risk-focused review on a range of client financial records, processes and controls, helping ensure the accuracy of financial statements while building trust and confidence among stakeholders.
You\'ll Make An Impact By
* Becoming a key member of our team from day one, engaging in client work quickly, initially as part of a larger team before taking on individual responsibility for projects.
* Working with a wide variety of clients, from owner-managed businesses to large listed groups, as well as charities, pension schemes and other not-for-profit organisations.
Join our audit team, help shape our future and gain valuable experience as you take the next steps in your career.
What We Are Looking For
We think passion, personality and originality are important to thrive at RSM. If you’re looking for a role where you can grow, collaborate, and make an impact, here’s what you’ll need to be considered:
* A minimum of 112 UCAS points across 3 A Levels or an equivalent Level 3 qualification, or 104 UCAS points across 4 Scottish Highers/Advanced Highers or Irish Leaving Certificate (Higher Level).
* Be enrolled on a placement degree.
* Effective verbal and written communication skills to convey information clearly and concisely for successful collaboration with team members and clients.
* The ability to analyse and interpret data to solve problems.
* Excellent interpersonal skills to build and maintain working relationships with colleagues and clients and remain calm under pressure.
* A genuine interest in business and commerce with the ability to demonstrate a commercial outlook through organisational and time management skills.
* A willingness to travel to client sites and other offices as required.
Please note, RSM does not accept General Studies, AS levels or the Extended Project Qualification (EPQ).
The start date for this role is 22 September 2026. Our start dates are mandatory due to internal and professional training to offer you the best start to your career with us.
What We Can Offer You
You’ll discover a culture that nurtures individuality and an environment where everyone is supported to reach their potential. With us, you’ll:
* Build a network of contacts and gain advice from our expert mentors.
* Have access to lifestyle, health, and wellbeing benefits which you can tailor to your requirements.
Diversity and Inclusion at RSM
At RSM, we aim to create a strong sense of belonging so that people of all identities, backgrounds, and cultures feel they can bring their true self to work. Diverse teams bring a broader range of ideas and insights to work, and we are working to ensure our firm\'s principles and processes support a culture that embraces difference and strengthens inclusion.
Seniority level
* Internship
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Accounting/Auditing and Finance
* Industries: Technology, Information and Internet
Disclaimer: RSM will only take one application into consideration per recruitment cycle. We do not accept multiple applications to different vacancies.
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