Accounts & Audit Assistant

TPF Recruitment; Southampton; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join one of Hampshire's leading Chartered Accountancy Practices as an Audit and Accounts Assistant or Semi Senior. The role offers a supportive environment, full study support, and excellent progression opportunities while dealing with diverse clients and complex audit tasks.

Benefits

Competitive salary dependent on experience

24 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays

Company pension

Remote working schedule

Group Life Assurance

Group income protection

Retail discount scheme

Dress for your diary

£500 referral reward

Qualifications

• At least 2+ years of practice experience in accounts preparation and audits.
• Ability to work autonomously and manage tasks effectively.
• Experience in face-to-face client interactions.

Responsibilities

• Preparation of company accounts and corporation tax returns.
• Assisting in the audit plan and fieldwork.
• Overseeing audit completion and ensuring quality.

Skills

Well-organised

Client-facing experience

Team player

Education

AAT qualified or studying ACCA/ACA

Job description

Job Description

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 leading chartered accountancy practices 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, as well as across the UK, boasting an enviable working culture and client base. This position will offer you exposure to large clients, with the benefit of a relaxed and supportive working environment.

As an Audit and Accounts Assistant or Semi Senior, your responsibilities will include:

• Preparation of company accounts and corporation tax returns
• Preparation of accounts for sole traders, Ltd companies, and partnerships
• Assisting in the preparation of the audit plan and ensuring it appropriately addresses audit objectives
• Participating in audit planning and fraud discussions to identify risks and strategies
• Overseeing all aspects of audit fieldwork and completion
• Ensuring audit work is completed to satisfy objectives
• Gaining exposure to both small and large companies, as well as some not-for-profit organisations

Requirements

• At least 2+ years of practice experience dealing with accounts preparation and assisting with audits, particularly fieldwork
• AAT qualified or studying ACCA/ACA
• Well-organised and able to work autonomously
• Experience dealing with clients face-to-face
• A team player willing to help others

Benefits

• Competitive salary dependent on experience and background, negotiable
• 24 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays
• Company pension
• Remote working schedule
• Group Life Assurance
• Group income protection
• Retail discount scheme
• Dress for your diary
• + many more benefits

Please contact Joe Potter on 01882206677 (tel), 07386668225 (mob), [e-mail], or via LinkedIn for a confidential conversation.

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