Audit - Industry & Services School Leaver Apprentice - Manchester - 1 September 2026 (5286)

Join Forvis Mazars in Manchester as a School Leaver Apprentice in Audit within the Industry & Services team. Over a four-year training contract you will work on audits for a diverse client base - from local businesses to large international companies - learning to prepare audit documentation, understand financial statements, and engage directly with clients.

In years 1 and 2 you will develop core audit skills, including preparing working papers, understanding balance sheets, income statements and cash flows, and building professional relationships. In years 3 and 4 you will take on more complex work such as revenue recognition, valuation and risk assessment, and begin to lead elements of audit engagements while mentoring more junior colleagues.

You will receive blended training (in-person and virtual), one-on-one coaching, and full funding for the ACA qualification, with study time provided. The role is offered as a permanent position with a 1 September 2026 start in Manchester; training and development are central to the programme.