Accounts and Audit Senior/Supervisor
Permanent
Full-Time
Reading, Berkshire
An independent firm of chartered accountants serving SME owner-managed businesses and regulated organisations across various sectors is seeking an Accounts and Audit Senior/Supervisor due to business expansion and growth.
Responsibilities:
Reporting to senior management, key duties will include:
- Preparation of financial and management accounts for Limited companies, Sole Traders, and Partnerships across diverse industries.
- Monthly and quarterly management accounting assignments, including VAT returns.
- Leading statutory audits from planning through to execution and completion.
- Assisting with larger financial accounting assignments.
- Managing audit assignments with support from junior team members.
- Preparing corporation tax calculations and returns.
- Building and maintaining strong relationships with accounts and audit clients through effective stakeholder management.
- Communicating with clients, colleagues, and partners to progress assignments and resolve queries.
- Supporting junior team members through supervision, mentoring, and training.
- Developing professional skills through self-study and in-house training programmes.
- Engaging in ad-hoc project work as required by senior management.
Skills Required:
- AAT qualified or qualified by experience.
- At least **3 years** in a practice role managing both accounts and audit assignments.
- Proactive, hands-on approach with strong problem-solving abilities.
- Experience working with SME/owner-managed businesses.
- Strong teamwork and leadership skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
This role offers an exciting opportunity for a professional looking to advance their career in **audit and accounts** within a growing firm.
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