Application Deadline: 28 May 2026
Department: Audit
Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time
Location: Chatham
Join our team at Kreston Reeves.
Are you currently in sixth form/college, or have you completed your A Levels and are contemplating your next career move? Kreston Reeves provides School Leavers with the chance to participate in our apprenticeship program within our award-winning and innovative organisation.
Please note that you can only apply for one graduate or school leaver position with Kreston Reeves. We recommend reviewing all available opportunities before submitting your application to ensure you apply for the role best suited to your skills and interests.
Applications open for Chatham only.
This program presents a remarkable opportunity to acquire invaluable hands-on experience within a professional practice environment, immersing yourself in the day-to-day operations of a leading accountancy firm serving a diverse clientele.
Your professional training will be conducted in collaboration with a prominent training provider, involving block release periods for attending courses with exams spread over the three-year duration. It's essential to be ready to dedicate personal study time to ensure optimal comprehension of the material and success in the exams.
In addition to your formal studies, you'll learn through practical experience, applying your newly acquired skills by working alongside colleagues and engaging with clients right from the inception of your career with us.
Throughout your training, we provide continuous support through regular reviews and feedback, coupled with professional and financial assistance, ensuring a fulfilling and challenging career path that enables you to realise your full potential.
We take pride in cultivating talent, and our apprenticeship program serves as an excellent initial step for aspiring professionals. Many of our partners at Kreston Reeves began their journey through our apprenticeship program, progressing within the organisation. We value and actively promote these success stories, fostering a culture that encourages and supports professional development within our firm.
Dependent on which team you join, you will study for a professional qualification:
Audit – CFAB/ ACA
Our 2026 School Leaver Training Programme is due to start July 2026, however earlier start dates are possible depending on the department/location.
At Kreston Reeves, we are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible workplace for all. We understand that everyone has unique needs, and we strive to accommodate them through reasonable adjustments. Whether it's adapting work environments, providing assistive technologies, or modifying processes, we are dedicated to supporting our employees in realising their full potential. If you require any reasonable adjustments to participate in our recruitment process or thrive in your role, please don't hesitate to reach out by emailing recruitment@krestonreeves.com Please remember, you only need to share what you are comfortable to for us to support your request. Your success is important to us, and we're here to ensure a supportive and inclusive experience for all.
We guide our clients, colleagues and communities to a brighter future.
We help businesses, not for profit organisations, individuals and families with more than just accountancy, business and wealth advice.
In a continually evolving world we help all generations embrace change through trusted advice, support and guidance. Our dedication to providing a personal service is what sets us apart – we get to know you, understand your goals, support and advise you on your journey to help you realise your ambitions.
We’re proud to be B Corp™ certified, demonstrating our commitment to our environmental, social and governance programme which is central to our purpose and vision as a firm.
We have offices across London, Kent and Sussex, as well as global reach through our membership of Kreston Global, an international advisory and accountancy network across 115 countries.
Our dedication to meeting the needs of our clients – wherever they are based and whatever their structure and size – is what sets us apart. So whether your business is well established or a start-up, an international company or an owner managed business – we can help. If you are a charity or not for profit organisation or an individual looking for private tax and wealth advice, we can help with your needs too.
We also pride ourselves on being a socially responsible employer and actively encourage all our colleagues to give back to their local communities whenever they can.
We provide a full range of accountancy, business advisory and financial services, tailored to our clients’ needs. We also have well established teams of specialists across our offices who have a particular sector focus.
To learn more about us, our services and how we can help you, visit our website or contact us today.
