The role oversees the execution of audits, aids junior staff, and reports to managers and partners. Responsibilities include client communication, technical review, and risk assessment. The role offers excellent career progression through exposure to diverse industries and complex accounting issues, along with opportunities to develop leadership skills and professional qualifications that can lead to management positions or specialized career paths.
Client Details
Top-tier UK accounting firm with a history dating back to the mid-1800s, known for providing high-quality audit, tax, accounting, and advisory services. The firm specializes in serving private clients, high-net-worth individuals, and businesses across sectors including real estate, not-for-profit, and entertainment. It maintains a strong reputation for personalized service, ranking among the UK's top 20 accounting practices. With offices throughout the UK and as part of a large international network, the firm combines a personal approach of a medium-sized firm with global reach and expertise.
Description
1. Leading fieldwork teams on client engagements, supervising junior staff while executing audit procedures according to the firm's methodology.
2. Maintaining regular communication with clients, addressing queries, and gathering necessary information while building strong relationships.
3. Reviewing work papers and audit documentation to ensure technical accuracy and compliance with auditing standards.
4. Identifying and assessing audit risks, developing appropriate responses, and executing tests of controls and substantive procedures.
5. Supporting audit managers in planning engagements, preparing budgets, and assigning tasks to team members.
6. Mentoring and developing junior staff members, providing feedback and guidance on their work.
7. Drafting key sections of audit reports and financial statements, ensuring they meet regulatory requirements.
8. Spotting potential business advisory opportunities for clients that could benefit from broader service offerings.
9. Contributing to the firm's specialized sector expertise, particularly in private clients, real estate, not-for-profit, and entertainment industries.
10. Progressing your own technical knowledge and professional qualifications, likely working toward becoming an audit manager.
This role offers exposure to a diverse client base and the opportunity to develop both technical and leadership skills within a prestigious mid-tier firm.
Profile
* Qualified ACA/ACCA professional with 2-3 years of post-qualification experience in audit.
* Strong technical accounting knowledge with proficiency in UK GAAP and IFRS.
* Previous experience supervising audit teams and mentoring junior staff.
* Excellent client relationship management skills and effective communication at all levels.
* Proven ability to manage multiple engagements while meeting deadlines.
* Keen attention to detail and analytical skills for identifying audit risks and anomalies.
* Experience in sectors such as private clients, real estate, not-for-profit, or entertainment.
* Proactive problem-solver, capable of working independently and in teams.
* Proficiency in audit software and Microsoft Office.
* Strong commercial awareness and ability to identify advisory opportunities.
* Commitment to professional development and career progression.
* Excellent time management and organizational skills.
* Adaptable approach to diverse client portfolios.
* Integrity and professional skepticism aligned with auditing standards.
* Good understanding of UK regulatory environment and compliance.
Job Offer
Core benefits include:
* Annual leave, increasing with service.
* Flexible working hours (core hours 10am-4pm).
* Contributory pension plan.
* Life assurance (4x salary).
* Working from home allowance.
* Profit-sharing scheme.
* Overtime pay, time off in lieu, or discretionary bonuses.
Flexible benefits include:
* Spouse/partner life assurance, critical illness cover, health assessments, dental insurance, BUPA Health Cash Plan, flexible holiday options, cancer checks, childcare vouchers, cycle-to-work scheme.
Additional perks include employee assistance helpline, well-being centre, discounts on gym memberships, travel insurance, and high street retailers. Referral bonuses are also offered.
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