Digital Audit Graduate Programme (Autumn 2026) - Reading

Alternatively, Grant Thornton

At Grant Thornton we do things differently - looking to the future, driving ambitious growth and pioneering positive change in our industry. Providing audit, tax and advisory services, we empower clients through strategic insight, curiosity, and genuine partnership. And we empower our people with real opportunity, an inclusive culture and work life balance. A true alternative.

With over 5,000 people in the UK, and a presence in 150 global markets, we're on an ambitious journey, from great to exceptional, and we need the best people to help us achieve our potential. And with that comes the opportunity to help redefine what our industry looks like, and what you want from your career.

Job Description

Real responsibility. Real impact. Right from the start. Auditors are investigators, problem-solvers, and trusted advisers. They dive deep into how businesses operate, ensuring the numbers tell the real story, and helping organisations stay on track. Think of it as a backstage pass to the business world, where you don't just observe - you make a difference. Join our Digital Audit team and be part of the future of audit. You'll work alongside auditors and technology specialists to solve complex client challenges using cutting-edge AI and digital tools. Whether you're developing bespoke digital services or building analytics applications used tens of thousands of times each month, this role offers a dynamic and impactful start to your career. If you're excited by innovation and thrive in a fast-paced environment where no two days are the same, this is your opportunity to shape the digital landscape. At Grant Thornton, we're looking for actively curious, purposefully driven, and candid but kind individuals who want to shape the future of business - not follow it. Our three-year audit graduate programme

is your launchpad to a meaningful career, a professional qualification, and a chance to make a real impact on UK businesses. What you'll do You'll learn by doing, with plenty of support along the way.

• Hands-on coding, developing and improving audit software solutions that will be used across various projects, ensuring quality, accuracy, and compliance with the latest auditing standards.
• Engage with emerging technologies such as data analytics, AI, and machine learning to create dynamic audit solutions.
• Get hands-on early responsibility, taking ownership of coding tasks that contribute to larger audit projects, delivering impactful results.
• Audit team facing experience collaborating to provide clients with insightful data analysis and software-driven audit results.
• Develop a diverse skill set, gain exposure to different audit areas, working closely with specialists in data, risk, and financial reporting.
• Use data and technology to spot trends, identify anomalies, and support your findings.
• Keep learning and growing by staying up to date with regulations, developing your professional judgement, and building relationships with mentors and experts across the firm.
• Study with support, with dedicated time to study and a team behind you as you work towards a professional qualification. You have the option of studying towards the ACA qualification, a level 6 digital technology solutions apprenticeship or a level 6 data scientist degree apprenticeship. Please note, if you have studied something similar before, it may be more appropriate for you to study towards a Level 7 applied data analytics apprenticeship instead, to recognise the knowledge you will already have. While, we have preferred study routes, we're open to exploring other qualifications, accreditations or apprenticeships of your choice, provided it is relevant to the role. Who we're looking for We've got a flexible approach to academic entry requirements, and we'll consider these alongside your strengths and motivations. We're looking for people who want to contribute, spark fresh ideas, and go beyond expectations.