Overview
Public Sector Audit 12 Month Placement Programme (Summer 2026) – Birmingham. Join to apply for the Public Sector Audit 12 Month Placement Programme (Summer 2026) role at ACCA Careers.
The UK member firms of Grant Thornton are part of a global network of independent audit, tax and advisory firms, comprising around 76,000 people in over 150 countries. We are a team of independent thinkers who prioritise quality, inclusion and integrity, delivering a different experience to clients—personal, proactive, and agile. We are looking for actively curious, purposefully driven, and candid but kind individuals who want to shape the future of business.
Our 12-month placement programme offers hands-on experience, real responsibility, and a view of the impact of your work as you build skills for your final year and future career.
What you'll do
* Be part of a team that helps clients stay financially healthy, transparent, and accountable. Learn by doing with support along the way.
* Work with a variety of clients, including major local public bodies such as Guy’s and St Thomas’ NHS Foundation Trust and the Metropolitan Police.
* Get hands-on with real audits, visiting client sites and carrying out testing to verify financial accuracy and uncover risks.
* Analyse financial statements, review internal controls, and understand how clients manage money, risk, and operations.
* Use data and technology to spot trends, identify anomalies, and support findings, including automated interrogation of financial information systems.
* Stay up to date with regulations, develop professional judgement, and build relationships with mentors and experts across the firm.
Who we're looking for
* Curious minds who explore ideas and ask thoughtful questions.
* Innovative problem solvers who turn data into meaningful insights.
* Collaborative partners who work respectfully and build trust with others.
* Effective communicators who listen, adapt, and express ideas clearly.
* Self-leaders who manage their time and energy effectively.
* Career-minded contributors who take initiative and are motivated to grow.
What you'll get
* Technology to support your learning and client work.
* Dedicated support network of experienced managers and mentors.
* Approach to work that helps balance life, learning, and work.
* Exclusive discounts on shopping, gyms, and wellbeing services.
* Opportunities to give back through mentoring, volunteering, or fundraising initiatives.
* Competitive salary and benefits package, including extra holiday options (flexible bank holidays and the option to purchase additional holidays), life assurance, and private medical insurance.
Seniority level
* Internship
Employment type
* Contract
Job function
* Accounting/Auditing and Finance
Industries
* Accounting
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