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Audit - Financial Services Insurance Industrial Placement - 1 September 2025 - London

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  • Internship
    Full-time
    Starts on Aug 31
    Placement Program
  • Accounting & Tax
  • London

Requirements

  • You must be in the penultimate year of your undergraduate university course (the placement must take place either in your 2nd year of a 3 year course or 3rd year of a 4 year course)
  • Strong academic performance is important; however, we understand that things don't always go to plan. Our recruitment process looks at your whole self – academic achievements as well as other experiences in which you have grown and developed. You can read about our approach to academics in our FAQs.
  • Deep curiosity to learn new things and is naturally inquisitive;
  • The ability to think critically solve problems and share knowledge with others;
  • A commitment to self-development and learning;
  • Strong sense of ownership of duties and high levels of responsibility to deliver on promises;
  • Always looks to try their best in all they do and always looking for ways to improve;
  • Enjoys meeting and engaging with new people with an underlying respect for individuals, diversity, and integrity;
  • Works well under pressure and have a positive ‘can-do' attitude if faced with challenging situations;
  • Excellent time management skills;
  • A willingness to travel and adhere to our flexible working environment.

Responsibilities

  • As an industrial placement trainee here's what will await you during your placement year:
  • Master the art of auditing: Learn to prepare meticulous audit documents using the latest software and methodologies, a key part of this is:
  • Financial statements: Develop a deep understanding of financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flows.
  • Work side by side with clients: Be immersed into the business world by working directly with a variety of diverse companies. You will need to understand their operations, challenges, and unique circumstances.
  • Build relationships: Connect with key stakeholders both with our clients but also internally in your team and across service lines. You will be expected to gather relevant information and build strong professional relationships.
  • If you are offered a permanent role to return at the end of your placement, you will re-join as a second year after completing your degree. The rest of your training is outlined below.
  • As you progress, you'll take on increasingly complex audit work, such as; revenue recognition, valuation, and risk assessments. You'll also take ownership of audit engagements by taking a leading role in their delivery. You'll mentor new and more junior team members, helping them to settle in and flourish.

FAQs

What is the duration of the industrial placement?

The industrial placement is for one year, starting on 1 September 2025.

What is the main focus of the role in the Financial Services Insurance team?

The main focus is to deliver statutory and regulatory audit and assurance services to clients in the insurance sector, providing specialist expertise and knowledge of the insurance market.

What qualifications will I be pursuing during the placement?

You will be pursuing the Associate Chartered Accountant (ACA) Certificate Level qualification, which is fully funded by Forvis Mazars.

Who can apply for this placement?

You must be in the penultimate year of your undergraduate university course, either in the second year of a three-year course or the third year of a four-year course.

What type of training will I receive?

You will receive extensive training that includes coaching, mentorship, time off to study for qualifications, and access to a blended learning approach that encompasses both in-person and virtual sessions.

What skills or attributes are you looking for in candidates?

We are looking for candidates who demonstrate a deep curiosity to learn, critical thinking skills, a commitment to self-development, excellent time management, and a positive attitude towards challenges.

Will I work directly with clients during the placement?

Yes, you will work side by side with clients, gaining insights into their operations and challenges while building professional relationships.

Is there an opportunity for a permanent role after the placement?

Yes, if offered a permanent role, you can return as a second-year trainee after completing your degree.

What is the culture like at Forvis Mazars?

The culture at Forvis Mazars is supportive and community-oriented, emphasizing flexibility, professional growth, and a commitment to excellence.

How does Forvis Mazars approach diversity and inclusion?

Forvis Mazars prioritizes inclusion and diversity, ensuring that everyone is supported to be their unique self and has a level playing field throughout the recruitment process and beyond.

We provide a comprehensive and flexible range of services to our clients, specialising in audit, accountancy, advisory, tax and legal services.

Accounting
Industry
1001-5000
Employees
2024
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Forvis Mazars is a leading international professional services firm. We are a united partnership delivering exceptional quality in audit, accounting, tax, financial advisory, outsourcing and consulting. At Forvis Mazars, we have a wide range of opportunities for you to gain experience in a firm that truly cares about your aspirations. Forvis Mazars is an amazing place to learn and grow, we are known for giving ambitious people responsibility and exposure early in their career.

Culture & Values

  • Integrity

    Ethical and moral rigour guide how we work and assist our clients.

  • Responsibility

    We treat our clients’ challenges as our own and we care about how our work may affect our communities.

  • Independence

    We always think independently, and in our roles as auditors and advisors we always act independently.

  • Technical excellence

    Technical excellence is one of the founding principles applied at every level in our network. This constant search for the highest standards of quality leads to client satisfaction, improvement in business lines and staff development.

  • Diversity & respect

    Looking beyond borders and cultural differences, we make respect for the individual and sharing the cornerstone of all human relations. United in diversity, we see our capacity to listen and our open-mindedness as a true lever for innovation.

  • Continuity

    As new faces come and go, as one generation hands over to another, our relationships, experience and knowledge survive. We learn from the past, but look to the future.

Benefits

  • From 25 days and up to 29 days holiday (dependent on grade and length of service) with the option to buy up to 10 days holiday

  • An extra day off over Christmas, known as Forvis Mazars Day

  • Forvis Mazars pension plan

  • Cycle to work

  • Forvis Mazars way to give – payroll giving

  • Gym membership

  • Dental insurance

  • Health assessments

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