Job Description
Audit & Accounts Senior
* Location: Croydon
* Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
* Salary: Competitive, depending on experience
Reed Croydon is working with one of fastest-growing Top 20 ranked UK accountancy firms, with a rich history spanning over 30 years. They are looking for an Audit & Accounts Senior to join their dynamic team in Croydon. This role offers the opportunity to lead audit assignments and prepare statutory accounts for a diverse portfolio of clients, ensuring compliance with UK auditing standards.
Day-to-day of the role:
* Lead audit assignments from planning through to completion.
* Prepare year-end financial statements for SMEs, groups, and other entities such as charities and LLPs.
* Prepare corporation tax computations and basic tax planning schedules.
* Delegate tasks effectively to trainees and assistants, providing on-the-job coaching, support, and feedback.
* Manage multiple assignments simultaneously with minimal supervision.
* Actively involve in the professional and personal development of junior team members.
* Identify, research, and help to resolve technical issues.
* Develop a strong commercial understanding of clients' businesses and any developments within them.
* Work both as a team and independently on the firm’s larger audits for corporate and not-for-profit clients.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
* ACA or ACCA fully qualified, or part-qualified and actively studying.
* At least 3 years of recent audit experience within an accountancy practice.
* Strong technical knowledge of current auditing and accounting standards, company law, and key regulatory issues.
* Good working knowledge of corporation tax, with awareness of VAT and payroll taxes considered an advantage.
* Experience working with a broad and varied client portfolio.
* Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with clients and colleagues.
* Strong analytical ability and high attention to detail.
* Proficient in Excel and Word; familiarity with CCH, Xero, and Sage is desirable.
Benefits:
* Study support package (if required).
* 20 days annual leave (excluding bank holidays) when studying, 25 days once qualified.
* Career progression opportunities.
* Pension scheme.
* Regular training and development opportunities.
To apply for the Audit & Accounts Senior position, please submit your CV and we will respond with next steps as soon as possible.