PKF Littlejohn
Associate (AAT) School Leaver - Accounts Preparation - 2026 Leeds
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Overview of Firm
PKF Littlejohn is one of the leading challenger firms in the UK with offices in London, Leeds and Manchester. We are also an active member of PKF Global, an international network of legally independent accounting firms that gives us an on the ground presence in 150 countries around the world with access to more than 20,000 people across 440 offices globally.
We provide a full range of audit, accountancy, tax and advisory services, and are experts at simplifying complexity. We are particularly well-known for working with complex clients with challenging issues in fast-moving and highly technical areas, such as the insurance industry, the global capital markets and the not for profit sector. Our aim is to understand people, the organisations they run, and what matters to them, so we can simplify complexity and help them achieve their ambitions.
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Introduction to the Division
Corporate and Capital Markets Division
We are the 2nd largest auditor of AIM listed companies and the 6th largest of all LSE companies with over 130 on either the Main Market or AIM. In the last 5 years we have grown significantly in the listed audit market by focussing on delivering consistent quality and making all our clients feel valued.
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Graduate Consultant — 2026 Scheme
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StrongYour economics background and your summer at a regional bank line up with what PwC looks for on the consulting scheme. Applications close in four weeks.
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Your summer at the bank plus your econometrics coursework map directly to the day-one responsibilities on this scheme — client modelling, market briefings, and deal support.
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‘Variety' best describes the work of this team. You could be involved in the preparation of financial statements of any organisation from owner-managed businesses, sole traders, partnerships or large UK groups. The industries our clients operate in include property, retail, Financial services, consultancy, technology and many others.
With every accounts preparation assignment, you'll gain a deeper insight into how financial statements are put together and get involved with more complex work. As your experience grows, so will your opportunities.
Responsibilities
Undertake the year-end financial statements as allocated by the manager For each assignment, produce a file and a set of financial statements, to a high standard for manager review Keep the manager informed about progress Complete the work within budget Adopt high professional standards with a business-like approach to work Develop a comprehensive working knowledge of double entry bookkeeping Develop a basic knowledge of current accounting standards Pass relevant professional examinations first time Be able to advise on basic accounting issues Be aware of Institute and internal ethical guidelines To accept responsibility for all work performed and to follow up to ensure completion Willing to accept feedback/development points and action it
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Person Specification
Minimum of 112 UCAS points obtained or expected (2017 tariff), from three A Levels A-C (excluding general studies), or equivalent Minimum of 5 GCSEs grade 9 – 6 or A* - B (including Maths and English Language) or equivalent
Personal Attributes
Be commercially aware Computer literate Team player Good communication skills Flexibility Strong organisational skills Systematic Enthusiastic Able to work on own initiative Good attention to detail Ability to prioritise workload Work to deadlines Ability to spot new business Initiative Problem solver Persuasive
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