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£25,000 - £35,000

Cambridge, Cambridgeshire

Permanent – Hybrid

Audit Assistant – Part-Qualified

Cambridge (Histon)

Study Support + Career Progression

Salary: Competitive + full study support + benefits

AJ Chambers are working on behalf of a leading, highly respected regional practice known for its professionalism, supportive culture, and prestigious client portfolio. With a modern office based just outside central Cambridge, they offer an outstanding training environment, long-term career growth, and a friendly, collaborative team culture.

The Opportunity

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a part-qualified Audit Assistant to join the firm’s expanding Corporate Services (Audit) team. This is an ideal next step for someone early in their audit career who’s looking to develop quickly within a highly supportive and structured training programme.

Your Role

Working alongside experienced professionals, your responsibilities will grow in line with your experience and include:

  • Assisting on, and eventually leading, audit assignments for a broad range of clients
  • Preparing year-end statutory accounts under UK GAAP
  • Supporting audit planning and fieldwork
  • Developing knowledge of UK corporation tax
  • Working closely with managers and partners, both on-site and remotely
  • Using industry-standard software (CCH or similar)

About You

To be considered, you must:

  • Be part-qualified or studying towards AAT, ACCA, or ICAEW (ACA)
  • Have at least 1 year’s experience working in audit/corporate services within a UK accountancy firm
  • Have strong communication skills and a proactive attitude

What’s on Offer

  • Full study support (tuition, exam fees, paid study leave)
  • Potential clawback cover for existing commitments
  • A competitive salary package and wide range of employee benefits
  • Flexible, supportive environment with regular mentoring
  • Exposure to a diverse client portfolio: OMBs, charities, large international groups, LLPs, and more
  • Excellent long-term career prospects within a well-established and award-winning firm

Interested in applying or want to learn more?

Contact Danny Brown at AJ chambers to discuss the role or share your CV in confidence.

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