DCT Recruitment are looking for a Senior Auditor, This will be a Permanent Position with an immediate Start, Salary
30k to 40k Depending on Experience Working Hours : 8 hour days with 0.5 for Lunch Job Title: Senior External Auditor Overview Our mid-tier UK accountancy firm is seeking an experienced Senior External Auditor to lead audit engagements for a varied portfolio of clients, including SMEs, owner-managed businesses, charities, and regulated entities.
You will play a key role in delivering high-quality statutory audits, supporting junior team members, and maintaining strong client relationships.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to progress within a supportive and growing practice.
________________________________________ Key Responsibilities Lead statutory external audits in accordance with UK Auditing Standards (ISAs (UK)) and firm methodology.
Plan and execute audit fieldwork, including risk assessment, determining materiality, and designing audit testing strategies.
Perform and review substantive testing, analytical procedures, and audit file documentation in compliance with the firms quality standards.
Evaluate financial statements in line with FRS 102, FRS 105, UK GAAP, and IFRS (where applicable).
Identify audit issues and control weaknesses, provide practical recommendations, and communicate findings to managers and partners.
Manage client relationships, acting as a key point of contact during the audit and ensuring timely and effective communication.
Keep up to date with technical developments, regulatory changes, and industry best practices.
________________________________________ Qualifications ACA or ACCA qualified (or part qualified) 26 years experience in external audit within a UK accountancy practice.
Proficiency in audit software (we use Mercia & CCH, or similar) and Microsoft Office.