Audit Senior

Quix Recruitment Group Ltd; London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job description

Our client is a leading Top 50 accountancy firm, recognised for providing a wide range of financial and strategic business advisory services. With a strong reputation for excellence and a commitment to professional growth, they offer an exciting opportunity for ambitious individuals looking to develop their careers in audit.

Our client is a progressive and people-focused organisation that provides a supportive environment for career development. They are committed to helping team members achieve their personal and professional goals through hands-on training, continuous learning opportunities, and direct access to experienced partners and industry experts.

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced Auditor to join our client’s dynamic and growing team. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated professional looking to advance their career in a forward-thinking and expanding organisation. The role will involve overseeing audit processes, supervising junior staff, and working with a diverse portfolio of clients, including entrepreneurial owner-managed businesses, high-net-worth individuals, and listed clients. There is also scope to be involved in ad hoc specialist assignments as they arise.

Key Responsibilities

1. Managing a diverse portfolio of clients, including large UK groups, privately owned limited companies, LLPs, and listed entities.
2. Planning, executing (compliance and substantive testing, analytical reviews, etc.), and completing audit work to a high standard.
3. Effectively supervising semi-senior and junior staff, including training, delegating tasks, monitoring progress, and reviewing their work.
4. Taking full responsibility for audit assignments and ensuring timely completion with support from managers and partners.
5. Preparing and implementing high-quality audit work programmes.
6. Attending and contributing to external planning and completion audit meetings.
7. Addressing technical issues or escalating them for guidance when necessary.
8. Agreeing adjustments with clients and collaborating with the accounts team to update disclosure requirements.
9. Auditing tax computations.
10. Drafting management letters and reports.
11. Keeping senior management informed of progress.
12. Delivering audit outputs within specified budget and timescales.
13. Managing general office-based duties as required, including mentoring new team members.

Key Requirements

1. ACA or ACCA qualified.
2. Desire to work in a 100% audit-focused position.
3. Up-to-date working knowledge of financial reporting, accounting standards, auditing standards, company law, and a good basic knowledge of corporate tax to enable draft tax computations to be reviewed.
4. Previous experience in a similar audit role with the ability to manage multiple assignments.
5. Strong attention to detail, ability to manage client relationships, and excellent communication skills.

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