Graduates
Our graduate scheme is the perfect way to start your career in accounting
Start your career with Hawsons
Our graduate programme offers much more than just a first job in accounting. This is a chance to build a rewarding career with a firm that values growth, collaboration, and integrity. If you are thinking about a career in accounting, explore why Hawsons could be the right choice for you!
Start your career with Hawsons
Our graduate programme offers much more than just a first job in accounting.
This is a chance to build a rewarding career with a firm that values growth, collaboration, and integrity.
If you are thinking about a career in accounting, explore why Hawsons could be the right choice for you!
Most Loved Workplace
Hawsons is a member of HLB International - a global network of independent advisory and accounting firms.
HLB International was recently certified as a 'Most Loved Workplace'. This recognition reflects the strong values shared across the network, and here at Hawsons we are proud to uphold the same values, ensuring that our people love where they work too.
Why Choose Hawsons?
Benefits
- Full training and support provided
- Exams and tuition costs covered by Hawsons
- Block study release for course attendance
- Flexible working hours (with core hours of 10am-4pm)
- Some working from home opportunities available as you gain experience
- Good work-life balance, with all full-time staff contracted to 36.25 hours per week
Events & Activities
- Regular social events including after work drinks, quizzes, and team activities
- Opportunity to get involved with sports teams such as football and cricket, and chances to represent the firm in charity tournaments and matches during the year
- Annual staff day out, where the Sheffield, Doncaster, and Northampton offices all meet up for an activity and socialising
- Partner's Dinner - an annual 3 course meal and dance for all staff, hosted by the firm's Partners
- Seasonal events throughout the year including Christmas and Easter
Events & Activities
- Regular social events including after work drinks, quizzes, and team activities
- Opportunity to get involved with sports teams such as football and cricket, and chances to represent the firm in charity tournaments and matches during the year
- Annual staff day out, where the Sheffield, Doncaster, and Northampton offices all meet up for an activity and socialising
- Partner's Dinner - an annual 3 course meal and dance for all staff, hosted by the firms Partners
- Seasonal events throughout the year including Christmas and Easter
Charity & Volunteering
- Corporate volunteering days for you to get involved in
- Participation in charity events & challenges, including the Master Cutler's Challenge in Sheffield, and Franklin's £50 Challenge in Northampton
- Fundraising throughout the year for different charities (bake sales, raffles, afternoon tea and more)
- Opportunity to take part in corporate fundraisers, including the Sheffield 10K race, charity quizzes and other sporting events
"From day one I've been encouraged to get involved...that's made a real difference in building my confidence and skills"
- Leah Martin, Member of our 2023 Graduate Cohort
"From day one I've been encouraged to get involved...that's made a real difference in building my confidence and skills"
- Leah Martin, Member of our 2023 Graduate Cohort
Our Culture
Purpose Statement
We exist to deliver long-term client success by providing proactive advice, sharing our extensive expertise and embracing change. Through forward thinking, we encourage growth and create opportunities.
Our approachable team are at the heart of our service, which is why we invest in them to develop and empower the next generation of accountants and advisers. We create a supportive environment where everyone feels welcome, valued and respected.
We are, and will continue to be, an integral part of our local communities and wider global network.
Core Values
Vision Statement
Working together to be the ‘go-to’ independent firm of advisors, providing quality services and striving for innovation to support continuous growth.
Through generations and changing times, staying true to our values and responsibilities will make our vision a reality.
Our Culture
Purpose Statement
We exist to deliver long-term client success by providing proactive advice, sharing our extensive expertise and embracing change. Through forward thinking, we encourage growth and create opportunities.
Our approachable team are at the heart of our service, which is why we invest in them to develop and empower the next generation of accountants and advisers. We create a supportive environment where everyone feels welcome, valued and respected.
We are, and will continue to be, an integral part of our local communities and wider global network.
Core Values
Vision Statement
Working together to be the ‘go-to’ independent firm of advisors, providing quality services and striving for innovation to support continuous growth.
Through generations and changing times, staying true to our values and responsibilities will make our vision a reality.
Corporate Social Responsibility
Corporate Social Responsibility
"I love working somewhere I feel valued and part of a team"
- Emma Stuart, Audit Manager & Member of our 2020 Graduate Cohort
"I love working somewhere I feel valued and part of a team"
- Emma Stuart, Audit Manager & Member of our 2020 Graduate Cohort
Why Choose a Career in Accounting?
Progression
There are plenty of opportunities for progression at Hawsons. As a graduate you will start as an Audit Junior, where there is a clear progression path up to more senior roles in a number of different departments.
Below are some progression stories from previous graduates:
Dan Wood, Partner - Dan joined Hawsons as a graduate in 2012, before progressing to Audit Manager, before being promoted to Partner of the Doncaster office in 2021.
Jack Ware, Corporate Finance Director - Jack joined Hawsons as a graduate in 2011, before making the move to the Corporate Finance department in 2016, where he is now a Director.
James Robinson, Audit Director - James joined Hawsons as a graduate in 2012 and in 2023 was promoted to Audit Director.
Training & Exams
You will receive full training and support towards your ACA examinations, with the costs covered by Hawsons.
Tuition for the institute exams is provided externally by leading accountancy tutors who consistently achieve pass rates higher than the national average.
You will receive regular progress meetings with these tutors, and the firm's Partners.
Practical Experience
We ensure you will receive a wide range of practical experience with different clients, operating in various sectors and industries.
You will receive early responsibility, with staff being exposed to different areas of audit, giving a better understanding of the whole business being audited
There will be opportunities to experience different areas of the firm, including Corporate Finance, Business Services and Tax for example.
Throughout your training, you will work closely with senior colleagues and will learn from them. You will also gain experience working on-site at different client premises.
In-house courses
You will also receive ongoing support and development with internal and external courses, separate to your ACA studies.
"I love helping our graduates progress in their careers. Having been through the process myself, I know how beneficial the help from senior staff can be!"
- Ben Lomas, Audit Director & Member of our 2014 Graduate Cohort
"I love helping our graduates progress in their careers. Having been through the process myself, I know how beneficial the help from senior staff can be!"
- Ben Lomas, Audit Director & Member of our 2014 Graduate Cohort
Current Vacancies
Graduate applications are now closed and will reopen in September 2026.
If you are a graduate or are currently studying at University and are considering a career in the accountancy profession, our graduate role could be perfect place to start your career. Each year we take on graduates in our Sheffield, Doncaster and Northampton offices.