Audit Associate

Audit Associate – Part-Newly Qualified Location: Cheltenham Salary: £35,000 - £44,000 Contract: Full-time, PermanentKC Group are currently supporting a leading regional firm in their search for an Audit Associate to join their growing team in Cheltenham. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone early in their audit career who is eager to gain exposure to a diverse client base, work on complex audits, and progress towards full qualification with strong mentoring and development support.As an Audit Associate, you will:\n

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• Support the audit team across the full audit cycle for a varied client portfolio
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• Gain exposure to clients across sectors including manufacturing, food & drink, education, healthcare, not-for-profit, and technology
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• Work directly with clients, building strong professional relationships
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• Assist in guiding and supporting apprentices and more junior team members
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• Develop your technical knowledge through hands-on experience and structured learning
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• Contribute to audit fieldwork, testing, documentation, and reporting
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About You You will be a great fit if you are:\n

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• ACCA/ACA part qualified / newly qualified
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• Experienced in a UK accountancy practice within an audit-focused role
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• Confident in managing your workload and working to deadlines
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• Organised, analytical, and detail-focused
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• Keen to develop your skills and progress within audit
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What’s On Offer You will benefit from a supportive environment with a strong emphasis on development and wellbeing, including:\n

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• Clear progression pathways and professional study support
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• A comprehensive benefits package
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• 28 days’ annual leave, with the ability to purchase additional days
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• Life assurance
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• Health & wellbeing benefits such as online GP access, fitness discounts, EAP support, and more
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• Enhanced family leave
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• Regular social events across the firm
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