Accounts & Audit Assistant

TN United Kingdom; Southampton; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading Chartered Accountancy Practice in Southampton, where you'll thrive in a supportive environment with full study support. This role offers the chance to work with a diverse client base, including small and large businesses and not-for-profit organizations. You'll gain valuable experience in audit preparation and accountancy, contributing to the firm’s reputation as one of the top in the UK. With excellent progression opportunities and a relaxed working culture, this is an ideal position for those looking to advance their career in accountancy.

Qualifications

• Experience in preparing company accounts and corporation tax returns.
• Knowledge of audit planning and risk assessment in audit processes.

Responsibilities

• Prepare company accounts and corporation tax returns for various clients.
• Assist in audit planning and oversee audit fieldwork completion.

Skills

Audit Preparation

Accountancy

Tax Returns Preparation

Risk Identification

Education

ACCA Qualification

Degree in Accounting

Job description

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Job Opportunity at a Leading Hampshire Chartered Accountancy Practice

This is a fantastic opportunity to join one of Hampshire's leading Chartered Accountancy Practices. The successful candidate will find themselves working in a friendly and supportive environment with full study support and excellent progression opportunities at one of the UK's top chartered accountancy firms in Southampton.

Their clients are predominantly UK-based owner-managed businesses, but they operate in a national marketplace and can draw on the expertise and local knowledge of their experienced team members. They are one of the largest firms of Chartered Accountants in the local area and across the UK, boasting an enviable working culture and client base. This position offers excellent exposure to large clients, within a relaxed and supportive working environment.

Responsibilities of an Audit and Accounts Assistant/Semi Senior:

1. Preparation of company accounts and corporation tax returns
2. Preparation of accounts for sole traders, Ltd companies, and partnerships
3. Assist in the preparation of the audit plan and ensure it appropriately addresses audit objectives
4. Participate actively in audit planning and fraud discussions to identify risks and develop audit strategies
5. Oversee all aspects of audit fieldwork and completion
6. Ensure all planned audit work is completed to meet audit objectives
7. Gain exposure to both small and large companies, as well as some not-for-profit organizations