Location: Hybrid / Nottingham, UK
job type: Permanent / Full-time
Sector and subsector: Accounting & Finance | Audit & Practice
Salary: Competitive Salary
As anAuditSemiSenior,you willbe continuingyour professional studies while developing a greater understanding ofAffinia, its clients and thevarious serviceswe offer.We willcontinue to help you develop your softer skills, such as active listening, communication skills, andtime management.We provide access totechnical resources via platforms such as Tolley’s, Mercia and Croner-i, and LinkedIn Learning for soft skills training as well as a variety of other topics. Together with your line manageryou’llcraft a development planthat’sbespoke to you.
As a Semi-Senior,you willhave a greater focus on completing timesheets and understanding /adhering to our WIP process and policy.You willbe able to support your managers on their portfolio of clients,both in the work they are doing and in the relationships they are maintaining.You willlearn about risk managementand compliance and be able to understand and explain these concepts.
Accountabilities
* Develop understanding of auditing standards (ISA) and IFRS/FRS 102.
* Continue studying for mid-stage qualifications and gain technical expertise.
* UnderstandAffinia'shistory and different departments, able to explain them to others.
* Help prepare draft accounts and review disclosures in reference to the applicable checklist.
* Discuss and agree any potential audit journals with the audit senior during fieldwork.
* Raise any potential time overruns with the audit senior as they are identified.
* Be responsible for clearing review points and addressing any follow up queries until the date of the audit report is signed.
* Support your manager and team in preparing for client meetings, enhancing your own direct client contact.
* Manage time effectively and maintain timesheets accurately.
* Complete WIP and timesheets accurately and on time, as per company policy.
* Demonstrate understanding of risk management and compliance.
* Ensure work is delivered in line with expectations, i.e. on time and accurate.
* Continue to learn from senior colleagues and apply feedback received.
* Start providing support to Trainees throughout the audit process, as required.
Skills/Qualifications
Key characteristics include strong diligence, problem solving and communication skills, a professional approach to clients and colleagues and a firm commitment to providing top quality client services.
* Existing/recent entry level work experience in the accounting profession is preferred, but not essential. We will provide access to the required professional training including exams.
* A Levels (or equivalent) are not essential but may be advantageous, particularly in English and Maths.
* 5 GCSEs grades 9-4 (A*-C ) with Maths and English Language preferred or equivalent.
* Interested in working with people, and able to build relationships and networks.
* Eager to continue professional studies, including taking exams.
* Ability to respond and be reactive to shifting priorities at short notice.
* Have clear written and spoken communication.
* Strong attention to detail.
* Ability to multitask under pressure.
Culture & Core Benefits
At Affinia, our culture is driven by ambition and a commitment to positively impact all the communities we serve. We are dedicated to the success, development, and wellbeing of our colleagues, helping them achieve their goals and seize the opportunities that come with our growth. Alongside a flexible and inclusive work environment, we offer the following core benefits:
* Opportunity to buy 3 additional days per year.
* Full study support and paid time off for study / exams.
* Professional membership support.
* Paycare – claim money back for Dental / Optical / Professional Therapies.
* Dress for your Diary Policy.
Affinia is a flexible business which has embraced a hybrid working model where our colleagues enjoy a mix of home and office working. We welcome applications from people looking for flexible, agile, and part‑time roles and we are happy to explore your preferred working patterns as part of your application. Affinia is committed to being an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our policy is unequivocal: we do not tolerate discrimination based on age, disability, sex, race, religion, or belief, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, or sexual orientation. We pride ourselves on being an inclusive organisation that actively promotes equality of opportunity for all, valuing the right mix of talent, skills, and potential. We welcome applications from a diverse range of candidates, and selection for roles is based solely on individual merit.
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