Audit Trainee (ACA) - London/Film, TV and Video Games - September 2026
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Your future starts here Are you looking to start your career in audit? We’re seeking ambitious individuals from all backgrounds to join our team as a trainee, studying towards the ACA qualification.
Who We Welcome We recognise that talent comes from different paths, so we encourage applications from recent graduates or career changers. We do not expect applicants to have any prior relevant work experience.
About The Team Our clients include major Hollywood studios, major streaming networks, and many independent film and television production companies in the US and UK. We also work with entities ancillary to film and television production, such as film financiers, visual effects and post-production houses, and other service providers. We also work with video games developers ranging from small independents to large multi-national studios. If this client base doesn’t sound like the best fit for you, consider other departments such as the Corporate Group or the Private Client Group. Live vacancies show available options, and transfers may be offered if your chosen team fills all roles.
About The Programme Our training contract takes three years to complete with full support and access to first-class tuition centres. If you’re AAT Level 4 qualified, you will be eligible for exemptions; otherwise all trainees complete the full ACA. We believe studying alongside a cohort gives the best chance of exam success.
Key Dates To Apply
* Window 1: 15 September 2025 - 3 October 2025
* Window 2: 3 November 2025 - 21 November 2025
* We encourage early applications to avoid disappointment. Due to high volume, you may experience delays in the process, but we will review all submissions fairly.
Start Date
Your start date will be in early September, and holidays around this time should be avoided.
Your role and development
Your growth comes from valuable work experience and real-world learning, not just exams.
* You'll be taken through the various stages of an audit from planning to completion.
* Work on audit and accounts preparation assignments for clients across diverse industries.
* Learn how to conduct client reviews, audit testing, and financial analysis.
* Visit client sites and build strong relationships to gain a deeper understanding of their business.
* Progressively take on more responsibility, enabling you to understand the full audit cycle.
We’ll support you every step of the way through mentorship, structured training, off-site trainee programmes, and regular social events to build friendships with colleagues.
What You'll Need
* 2:1 undergraduate degree (expected or obtained) in any discipline
* A minimum of 120 UCAS points from your top 3 A Levels (or equivalent), excluding General Studies and AS Levels
* A minimum of 6 (or B) in GCSE Maths and English Language (or equivalent)
We welcome applications from candidates who are AAT qualified. Please include your qualification details in the academic section. If you have over 12 months relevant experience within a training contract at another firm, we recommend exploring part-qualified opportunities on our Experienced Hire vacancy page.
What We’ll Offer You
We provide core and flexible benefits tailored to your needs:
* Financial support & flexibility
o Competitive salary & paid overtime or time off in lieu
o Profit-sharing scheme (approx. £1,000 per year)
o Generous annual leave & flexible work arrangements
o Contributory pension plan (5% salary match)
* Work life balance & wellbeing
o Buddy scheme and/or line manager support
o Agile policy (up to three days working from home; in the first few months up to 4 days in the office for training)
o Health assessments, GP access, & cancer screenings
o Access to mental health & wellbeing resources
* Personal development and belonging
o Mentorship & career progression opportunities
o Participation in Equality, Diversity & Inclusion programme
o Volunteer to join People networks (e.g., Accessibility, Cultural Heritage, Faith, LGBTQ+, Social Mobility, Women)
Who We Are Saffery is a partner-led, people-focused firm of chartered accountants, tax and business advisers. Since 1855, we’ve built long-term relationships with diverse, high-profile clients. As a member of Nexia, we have access to local insight on a global scale. We pride ourselves on an informal and inclusive culture where people can be themselves and enjoy challenging, rewarding careers.
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What To Know Before You Apply
* Familiarise yourself with our recruitment process by visiting How to apply - Saffery
* Practise psychometric tests and understand the face-to-face interview process to feel confident and prepared
* You can apply to just one programme during each recruitment season. If unsuccessful, you can try again next year
* If you’ve experienced extenuating circumstances, contact EarlyCareersTalent@saffery.com before you submit your application
* Include details of any reasonable adjustments in the application form; we’re committed to fair assessment
* In-person interview travel expense reimbursement is available; details shared during the process
* If offered a place, we recommend avoiding annual leave around the expected start date to ensure smooth onboarding
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