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. This vision motivates us to become better every day. If you are looking for a firm where you can build a future and make an impact, then RSM is the place for you.
You’ll start studying towards your Chartered Accountant qualification immediately. Within the first couple of months you’ll have taken your first exams, with support from the firm throughout.
As a member of our external audit team, you will conduct a thorough, risk-focused review of clients’ financial records, processes and controls. You’ll help ensure the accuracy of financial statements and build trust with stakeholders.
Responsibilities
* Becoming a key member of our team from day one, with exposure to client work very quickly, initially as part of a larger team before taking on individual responsibility for projects.
* Work with a wide variety of clients, ranging from owner-managed businesses to large listed groups, charities, pension schemes and other not-for-profit organisations.
Location: predominately office-based or at client sites to build relationships and provide development and support in the early stages of your career.
The training programme provides the foundation for a successful and rewarding career and includes exposure to an experienced team and the latest technology.
What We Look For
* 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) with an honours degree obtained or predicted.
* Effective verbal and written communication skills to convey information clearly and concisely for collaboration with team members and clients.
* 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 a commercial outlook and strong 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. Start dates are mandatory due to internal and professional training.
What We Can Offer You
* Chance to work toward becoming a Chartered Accountant on the graduate programme.
* Access to a tailor-made development programme and an online learning portal to enhance digital and interpersonal skills.
* Lifestyle, health and wellbeing benefits, including financial wellbeing options.
Following changes to government policy in April 2024, we can only accept applications from individuals with existing right to work in the UK from the start date of the program.
Disclaimer: RSM will only consider one application per recruitment cycle. We do not accept multiple applications to different vacancies.
Diversity and Inclusion at RSM:
RSM seeks to create a sense of belonging for people of all identities, backgrounds and cultures and aims to bring diverse experiences and perspectives to our teams.
Seniority level
* Internship
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Accounting/Auditing and Finance
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