Our specialist Pensions department works with all sizes of pension schemes right up to the largest in the UK. We help clients understand and manage key business risks, improve business processes and operating efficiency and assure the validity of vital business information.

Job purpose

As an Associate AT within our Audit Group, you will be a fundamental part of a multi-disciplinary team, working closely with our clients delivering efficient and effective assurance services. What's more you won't find yourself in a purely office based role, as we encourage you to work with clients on their own sites from the time you first join us. If you are a confident team player, have excellent communications skills, and have a genuine interest in studying towards an accountancy qualification, consider Ernst & Young.

Your client responsibilities

• Preparing accurate assurance documentation for review.
• Responsibility for nominated audit area(s) and/or delivery and completion of smaller clients.
• Gain an in depth understanding of the audit process to develop knowledge.
• Complete work allocated by direct supervisor within agreed budget and deadlines.
• Study for ACCA and demonstrate technical/financial knowledge and skills gained.
• Gain understanding of client/business issues, e.g. by using the firm's knowledge resources.
• Gather and analyze data, and perform detailed audit testing.

Your people responsibilities

• Develop an effective working relationship with client staff.
• Seek opportunities to expand and share knowledge.
• Keep direct supervisor up to date with progress/issues.
• Be proactive about own learning and development.
• Seek feedback on personal performance and areas for improvement.

Qualifications & Experience

• Basic understanding of what an audit is, or some previous audit experience.
• Task management skills.
• Questioning and listening skills.
• Good writing skills.
• IT skills.
• Strong communicating skills.
• Team working skills.
• GCSE: 6 grade C's or above, including English Language & Maths.
• A levels : 220 UCAS points
• Degree 2.2 or above, or previous work experience in a professional role.

Who we are

At Ernst & Young our inclusive work environment means that everyone’s opinion is valued. This enables us to provide better advice and ideas to our clients, which in turn helps you develop as an individual to achieve your potential and make a difference.
Ernst & Young - 10 months ago