Description
Audit Senior
Job Type: Full Time, Permanent
Location: Borehamwood
Salary: £Competitive
About Us
Established in 1975, Sopher + Co is a trusted business adviser of choice for entrepreneurs, owner-managed businesses, high net worth individuals, professional partnerships and expats. Our roots in Elstree led to our early client base in the media and entertainment industry. Since then, we have grown immensely, with our portfolio now spanning over 20 industries. Our success is within our people – with endless opportunities and open-mind approach, Sopher + Co is a place where you can drive your career and ambitions forward, sharing and promoting our commitment to excellent client experience.
The Role
We’re looking for an experienced Audit Senior To provide accurate auditing and assurance services to a diverse range of clients, as directed by Manager, within budget and in accordance with firm procedures. In addition, assisting in the development of junior staff to ensure they have the knowledge and skill to perform their job.
1. Accounts preparation for Limited companies and Partnerships
2. Leading on audit assignments
3. Proactive identification of key risk areas in audit planning process including identifying audit and control risks and tailoring of audit programs
4. Preparation of audit planning memorandum, programmes and budget in a timely manner
5. Solid understanding and performance of substantive and compliance testing and evaluation and resolution of errors
6. Ensure all areas of responsibility on audit assignment are fully completed in an accurate and timely manner. Solid management and co-ordination of the audit team in accordance with time and budget constraints
7. Ensure accurate and efficient resolution of audit files with client/audit staff in a timely manner. Provide feedback to junior audit staff on their performance and linking to potential training and development areas
8. Lead client audit engagements, which include planning executing, directing, and completing financial audits, ensuring compliance with all relevant legislation and regulatory requirements and Sopher + Co standards
9. Prepare appropriate audit report
10. Prepare management letters and closing reports in accordance with legislation and Sopher + Co standards
11. Work closely with Management to develop ongoing effective relationships with clients, and ensure retention
12. Ensure all client work is completed within applicable reporting deadlines and client requests (if reasonable)
13. Manage, coordinate and delegate client work to junior team members with an appropriate level of capability
14. Review junior team members’ work, ensuring compliance with Sopher + Co standards
15. Ensure all jobs are completed within specific budgets, keeping Manager informed at all times of progress of job
16. Assist junior staff in developing their understanding of the various software packages, auditing, tax laws and statutory requirements
17. Keep abreast of developments in audit, accounting, taxation and relevant computer software
About you
18. Intermediate to Advanced professional accounting practice experience
19. Solid understanding of accounting and audit software
20. Advanced proficiency in MS Excel skills
21. ACA/ACCA Qualified
22. High level communication skills between clients, staff and management
23. Good interpersonal skills with clients, staff and management
24. Strong time management skills and not fazed by deadlines
25. Ability to work unsupervised
26. Ability to work autonomously
27. Reliable
28. Organised
29. Provide good attention to detail
30. Effective team member
31. Proactive and Motivated
In Return
We will offer you a competitive package, including extensive benefits for you and your family, a comfortable, warm and friendly environment and the chance to work with some of the most prestigious clients that no other family-based firm can offer. Sopher + Co strongly believes in staff development and continuously encourage internal progression.