Your roles and responsibilities:
Reporting directly to the Directors you will be responsible for overseeing and executing audit engagements, both financial and operational.
Planning and Execution:
* Plan and oversee the auditing process, including allocating responsibilities to junior auditors.
* Conduct risk assessments and evaluate internal controls.
* Execute audit fieldwork according to the audit plan.
Supervision and mentoring:
* Supervise and review the work of junior auditors.
* Provide guidance and coaching to junior team members.
* Act as a mentor and role model for junior auditors.
Communication and Reporting:
* Communicate audit findings to management and stakeholders.
* Prepare and present audit reports.
* Collaborate with managers and directors on audit engagements.
Compliance and Risk Management:
* Ensure compliance with relevant regulations and accounting standards.
* Identify and assess risks related to financial reporting and operations.
* Develop recommendations for mitigating identified risks.
Client Relationship Management:
* Build and maintain relationships with clients.
* Communicate with clients about audit findings and recommendations.
* Provide advice and support to clients on accounting and financial matters
Personal Qualities
The ideal candidate will have the following:
* Possesses excellent analytical and review skills
* Be eager to progress and develop, with the willingness to adapt
* Demonstrates a high level of honesty and integrity
* Has the ability and desire to coach and develop junior members of staff
* Is a self-starter with the motivation to see projects through to completion
* Is an effective communicator and listener and who and would collaborate well with the rest of our team
* Wants to make a positive impact on our firm and be part of our journey into the future
* Be fully qualified (ACCA/ACA), or part qualified, or qualified by experience
Benefits for working at Smith & Goulding
* Close to town centre
* Free car park & close transport links
* Employer pension scheme – statutory – a range of benefits according to service entitlement
* Regular staff social events
* Regular dress down days