AMS Group are a full-service professional services firm that create value for mid-market businesses. We do this through our exceptional technical delivery teams and our personalised client approach.
Our vision is to be the best advisory-led professional services firm in the mid-market.We are a fast-growing and ambitious advisory-led professional services firm, with a clear strategy for the next phase of our growth plan.
Our services within the Group include Audit & Accounting, Tax (Capital Allowances, Private Client, Innovations, Tax Investigations and VAT), and Advisory (Corporate Finance, Business Recovery, Debt Advisory and Insurance).
We've achieved 36% year on year growth in revenue, we now employ over 260 employees, with an average client satisfaction score of 98%. We are looking to increase our growth trajectory throughout 2025 and beyond.
The Audit Senior Associate Role
Reporting directly to the Audit Assistant Manager and Audit Manager, this role involves overseeing the day-to-day delivery of audit assignments, ensuring each engagement is completed to a high standard and in line with agreed timelines. The position includes managing key aspects of the audit process, maintaining regular communication with clients both on-site and in the office, and ensuring deadlines and quality expectations are consistently met.
Key Responsibilities:
* Apply a strong working knowledge of International Standards on Auditing (ISA) and relevant accounting frameworks such as FRS 102 and IFRS, escalating complex technical matters to senior team members when necessary
* Serve as the primary client contact during audit fieldwork, fostering professional relationships and ensuring timely resolution of queries, while keeping the Assistant Manager or Audit Manager updated on progress and issues
* Take full responsibility for preparing audit files in accordance with ISA, ensuring completeness, accuracy, and readiness for managerial review, with clear documentation of working papers and unresolved matters
* Review and provide feedback on the work of junior team members, addressing basic review points and supporting their growth throughout the audit process
* Assist in drafting completion documents and financial statements under supervision, ensuring timely submission for review
* Participate in audit close-down meetings and contribute to discussions on audit findings, client feedback, and process improvements
* Support the Assistant Manager and Audit Manager in mentoring and developing junior staff, including trainees, through coaching, training support, and college progress catch-ups
* Maintain responsibility for personal Continuing Professional Development (CPD), completing a minimum of 40 hours annually in line with CCAB guidelines to stay current with industry standards and practices
* Collaborate with the Assistant Manager to manage assignments effectively, ensuring delivery within agreed deadlines and budgets
* Assist with client onboarding and offboarding procedures, ensuring compliance with Anti-Money Laundering (AML) regulations
* Demonstrate the ability to manage multiple engagements simultaneously, meeting tight deadlines while maintaining high standards of accuracy and attention to detail
* Understand the firm's service offerings and proactively identify opportunities to cross-sell additional services to existing clients
* Maintain a balanced presence between office-based work and client site visits, ensuring consistent support to the wider audit team and effective client engagement
Skills & Experience Required:
* ACA or ACCA qualified, or part-qualified with substantial progress toward qualification, supported by a
minimum of 3 years' audit experience
* Recent background in a professional practice environment, with exposure to a variety of audit engagements
* Proven ability to build and sustain strong client relationships through effective communication and service delivery
* A proactive mindset with a solutions-focused approach to client needs and technical challenges
* Capable of working autonomously while also contributing effectively within a collaborative team setting
* Excellent organisational and time management skills, with a track record of meeting tight deadlines across multiple assignments
* Strong verbal and written communication skills, with confidence in engaging with clients and colleagues at all levels
* Exceptional attention to detail and a commitment to producing high-quality, accurate work
* Adaptable and open to change, with a willingness to take on new responsibilities and challenges
Salary and company benefits
* 23 Days Holidays
* Additional day off for birthday
* Annual bonus scheme
* Health cash plan after probation
* Company sick pay
* Enhanced parental pay policies
* Perkbox subscription
* 1 x paid membership / subscription
* Cycle to work scheme
* Employee Assistance Programme
* Company pension scheme
AMS Group is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.