Accounts and Audit Senior

ACCA Careers; Salford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic and innovative firm in Salford, where you'll lead audit projects and manage client accounts in a supportive environment. As a qualified accountant, you'll leverage your expertise in UK GAAP and IFRS to provide exceptional service while mentoring junior staff. This role offers a unique opportunity to work with a top 100 firm that values its people and promotes a positive work-life balance with 4-day working weeks and competitive pay. If you're eager to grow your career and make a real impact, this is the perfect position for you.

Benefits

4-day working weeks with 100% pay

Good holiday allowances

Christmas shutdown

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in audit and accounts preparation.
• Qualified accountant or nearing qualification with ACA/ACCA.

Responsibilities

• Lead audit projects and manage client relationships effectively.
• Handle financial statements and ensure compliance with UK standards.

Skills

UK GAAP

IFRS

Audit Management

Accounts Preparation

Excel

Problem-solving

Time Management

People Skills

Education

Qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA)

Tools

Xero

QuickBooks

Sage

Job description

Service accounts and audits of clients by working closely with your team to drive success for the business and every client. Help develop and manage semi seniors and juniors to ensure success in the accounts and audit team including managing your own portfolio.

Client Details

Work for a top 100 firm near Salford servicing clients on both accounts and audits. Work with a dynamic and forward-thinking employer who understands the best way to a happy and successful business is through its people!

Description

1. Lead audit projects from start to finish - manage the team, deal with clients directly, spot risks and make sure everything's done properly according to UK standards.
2. Handle financial statements and accounts for clients - know your UK GAAP and IFRS inside out. Sort out any tricky accounting issues with the partners when needed.
3. Look after a bunch of accounts prep clients - take care of everything from start to finish, including tax returns. Keep HMRC and Companies House happy with on-time filings.
4. Build great relationships with clients - be their go-to person for questions, solve problems before they become headaches, and give solid advice when they need it.
5. Help the junior team grow - show them the ropes, check their work, and give tips to help them improve. Keep the team spirit positive!
6. Spot chances to grow the business - keep an eye out for ways we can help clients more and work with partners to win new work.
7. Keep projects on track and on budget - manage your time well, hit deadlines, and make sure clients know what to expect.
8. Stay sharp on the latest rules and regs - keep learning and developing your skills through training and updates.

Profile

• Qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA) or at final stages of qualifying.
• At least 3 years' experience in practice, with good exposure to both audit and accounts prep - mixed role experience is a big plus!
• Strong grasp of UK GAAP and experience with accounts software (Xero, QuickBooks, Sage - any of the usual suspects).
• Good eye for detail but also able to see the bigger picture - we need someone who can spot the small stuff while understanding what really matters.
• Tech-savvy and comfortable with Excel - you'll be using it daily, so pivot tables and VLOOKUPS should be your friends.
• Great at managing your time and juggling different projects - you'll have various clients and deadlines to keep track of.
• People skills are crucial - you'll be dealing with clients directly and mentoring junior staff, so being approachable and professional is key.
• Problem-solver mindset - we need someone who can think on their feet and come up with practical solutions.
• Driving license and willing to travel to client sites around Manchester and nearby areas (it's not all office work!).
• Eager to learn and develop - the role will grow with you, so we want someone ambitious who's keen to take on more responsibility.

Job Offer

4 day working weeks with 100% pay.

Good holiday allowances for the year with a Christmas shutdown.

Great pay on offer this will be dependent on experience but around the early to mid 40's.