Audit Associate (Corporate) – Graduate Scheme, January 2027

Start your career in Audit at HaysMac, working with a diverse range of clients while studying towards your ACA qualification.

Audit is about providing independent assurance that financial statements are accurate and reliable. As an Audit Associate, you will help organisations build trust in their financial reporting, supporting better decision-making for stakeholders.

From day one, you will join one of our Corporate teams — Creative, Media & Technology; Property; Hospitality; or Financial Services — gaining exposure to different industries and business environments.

What you’ll be doing

As an Audit Associate, you will work as part of a team delivering high-quality audits. Your responsibilities will include:

• Testing financial transactions (e.g. invoices, payments, and receipts)
• Reviewing financial data to identify risks or inconsistencies
• Preparing audit working papers and documenting findings
• Supporting seniors and managers throughout the audit process
• Attending client meetings and building relationships with client teams
• Working both in the office and on client sites

You will gain exposure to a wide range of clients and industries, developing both your technical knowledge and professional skills.

Responsibilities above are generalised and are no way exhaustive.

Training and development

We are committed to supporting your growth from day one. You will:

• Study towards the ACA qualification with full support
• Receive structured technical and professional skills training
• Be assigned a dedicated line manager and buddy
• Learn through hands-on experience and on-the-job coaching

You will also be part of a close-knit graduate cohort, providing peer support throughout your training journey.

Working at HaysMac 

We pride ourselves on creating a supportive and inclusive environment where you can thrive. Alongside your role, you will have opportunities to:

• Build strong relationships across the firm
• Take part in social and networking events
• Contribute to our Corporate Social Responsibility initiatives

Our culture is built on collaboration, progression, and shared success.

Candidate Profile 

We are looking for individuals who are curious, motivated and eager to learn. You should:

• Be a strong communicator, with the confidence to build relationships with colleagues and clients
• Demonstrate curiosity and critical thinking, with the ability to question and analyse information
• Have a genuine interest in how businesses and organisations operate
• Enjoy working collaboratively and contributing ideas within a team environment
• Be adaptable and able to manage changing priorities and deadlines
• Show attention to detail and strong problem-solving ability
• Be comfortable working with data and using technology to analyse information
• Take initiative and demonstrate a proactive approach to your development
• Act with integrity and professionalism in all situations

Academic Requirements 

• A 2:2 degree (predicted or obtained) in any discipline
• 120 UCAS points (or equivalent) from your top three A-Levels