Accounts and Audit Senior
Full-Time - Permanent

An established accountancy practice is seeking an Accounts and Audit Senior to join its growing team. This position combines responsibility for leading audit assignments with the preparation of accounts and providing advisory support to a varied client portfolio across multiple industries.

The Benefits
28 days holiday including statutory days
Holiday entitlement increases each year after 5 years service
Death-in-service benefit of 2x annual salary
Free on-site parking

The Role
Lead audit assignments from planning through to completion for a wide range of clients, including large organisations, groups, SMEs and businesses with turnovers typically between £1m and £80m
Plan and carry out audits in line with UK Auditing Standards
Supervise junior team members, reviewing their work and providing guidance and feedback
Communicate effectively with clients throughout the audit process to manage queries and expectations
Produce clear and accurate audit working papers, financial statements and audit reports
Identify audit and accounting issues and discuss solutions with managers and partners
Build and maintain strong working relationships with clients and internal teams
Prepare and review statutory accounts, management accounts and the associated corporation tax computations and returns
Prepare Self-Assessment tax returns
Assist clients with day-to-day queries

The Candidate
ACA or ACCA qualified, or a finalist with strong relevant experience
At least 3 years audit experience within a UK accountancy practice
Strong technical understanding of UK GAAP, FRS 102 and UK Auditing Standards
Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively with clients and colleagues
High attention to detail and strong analytical ability
Capable of managing multiple assignments and meeting deadlines

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