Audit Executive
Employer Location Swansea, Wales Salary - per annum + Negotiable Closing date 22 Jul 2025 View more categoriesView less categories Sector Salary band Contract type Hours Where will they be working You need to or to save a job.
Job Details
Your new company
Hays Recruitment is working with a reputable accounting firm dedicated to providing high-quality audit services. With a strong focus on compliance and meeting deadlines, they strive to deliver exceptional results to their clients. As a leader in the industry, they are a supportive and dynamic work environment that encourages professional growth and development.
Your new role
As an Audit Executive, you will be responsible for overseeing a significant number of audit jobs. Your primary objective will be to ensure deadlines are met and all activities are compliant with relevant regulations. You will play a pivotal role in completing audits before passing them to the Manager for review.
Key responsibilities include -
1. Producing comprehensive audit planning memoranda
2. Allocating sections to junior staff
3. Addressing queries throughout the audit process
4. Monitoring job progress and budgets, and providing guidance and supervision to more junior team members. Additionally, you will be responsible for signing off on audit sections
5. Completing necessary documentation, and drafting letters to clients regarding audit/accounts.
What you'll need to succeed
6. ACA or ACCA fully qualified with practice experience
7. 3+ years of auditing experience
8. Proficiency in audit planning and completion
9. Strong computer skills, including familiarity with Sage, Excel, Word, and ideally CaseWare (accounts and audit) and tax software
10. Previous experience in supervising and mentoring junior staff
11. Up-to-date technical knowledge of accounting standards, including recent developments
12. Excellent communication skills, both oral and written, with the ability to interact effectively in diverse environments
13. Exceptional organisational abilities to handle a variety of tasks
14. Client-focused mindset and commercial awareness
15. Strong team-building and problem-solving skills
16. Ability to work well under pressure
What you'll get in return
17. Genuine work-life balance
18. Progression Opportunities
19. Supportive management structure to foster your professional growth and potential
20. Generous holiday entitlement of 33 days, including bank holidays, with the option to purchase up to 5 additional days
21. Up to £47k salary