Audit Apprenticeship (AAT)

Moore Kingston Smith · London, UK

Salary
£29,000
Level
Level 4
Duration
2 years
Closes
16 Oct 2026
Qualification
Level 4 Diploma in Professional Accounting (AAT)
Training provider
Association of Accounting Technicians (AAT)

About the role

Start date: 3rd March 2027. At Moore Kingston Smith, we believe in the potential of people to make a positive impact, fuelled by the power of genuine understanding. As an accredited training firm, we’re committed to providing first-class professional development in a supportive and friendly environment. Through our Level 4 Audit Apprenticeship, you will gain hands-on experience, develop essential skills, and build the foundation for a successful career in audit. You will work with a wide range of our nonprofit clients, delivering exceptional client service while earning a Level 4 Diploma in Professional Accounting from the Association of Accounting Technicians (AAT). Our award-winning Nonprofit group deliver a comprehensive range of auditing and accounting services, as well as specially tailored offerings for the nonprofit sector. We focus on charities, education and trade associations and membership bodies. According to the data collated over the last 10 years from the Charity Finance’s Audit Survey our charity team has consistently ranked first for overall service among the top 10 charity specialist firms in England. As part of our nonprofit team, you will gain valuable experience working with a diverse range of charities and independent schools, as well as corporate exposure through engagement with trading subsidiaries and corporate membership organisations. With a team of over 70 professionals, we are deeply committed to growth, development, and supporting trainees every step of the way. From the outset, you will work with our clients, who choose us because we understand them so well. You will get to know their businesses, uncover the obstacles they face and become familiar with their sectors. The experience is varied. Some projects last a few days, others a few weeks. We encourage you to take responsibility early on, and you will get to grips with all aspects of the role and audit process. In this role, you will predominantly work on clients within the nonprofit sector but will also gain exposure to other teams and sectors. As a trainee, you'll gain the most from your programme by being immersed in the office environment, working alongside colleagues and learning through observation. While we offer some flexibility depending on office and team requirements, trainees should generally expect to be in the office most working days. Your team will provide specific guidance on attendance expectations when you join. Travel to and attendance at client sites is also an essential requirement of the position. With support and training, key responsibilities in the first 12 months will include: Develop a strong understanding of accounting principles, financial reporting standards, and auditing guidelines. Attend client offices and represent the firm professionally as part of the audit team. Assist in planning audits, including reviewing prior year information and preparing lead schedules. Perform audit testing on key financial areas such as i

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