Accounts & Audit Senior

TPF Recruitment; Eastbourne; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading accounting firm in Eastbourne is seeking an experienced Accounts and Audit Senior to join their team. This role requires a strong background in audit and accounting, with responsibilities including accounts preparation, tax compliance, and auditing tasks. The successful candidate will be a qualified ACA or ACCA professional or an AAT-qualified individual with at least three years' experience in practice. Offering a competitive salary, professional development, and a supportive team environment.

Benefits

In-house training

Self-development resources

Professional development

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years' experience in a practice setting.
• Familiarity with preparing accounts under FRS standards.
• Up-to-date knowledge of accounting and audit legislation.

Responsibilities

• Support managers in accounts preparation and tax compliance.
• Assist in audit planning and contribute to audit files.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with clients.

Skills

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Communication

Organizational skills

Proficiency in IT

Education

ACA qualification

ACCA qualification

AAT qualification

Job description

Job Description
TPF Recruitment is seeking an experienced Accounts and Audit Senior to join a leading Eastbourne-based accounting firm. This role is ideal for a professional with a strong background in both audit and accounting, eager to work within a collaborative and supportive team. The position involves approximately 75% audit work and 25% accounts tasks, and is designed for a qualified ACA or ACCA professional, or an AAT-qualified individual with relevant experience and a minimum of three years in practice.

As an Accounts and Audit Senior, you will:

• Support managers in accounts preparation, tax compliance, and auditing tasks.
• Attend in-house technical training sessions to continuously enhance your expertise.
• Build and maintain positive working relationships with clients and colleagues, upholding a professional standard at all times.

Requirements

Essential Skills and Qualifications:

• ACA or ACCA qualification, or AAT qualification with extensive relevant experience.
• A minimum of three years' experience in a practice setting.
• Familiarity with preparing accounts under FRS 105, FRS 102 1a, and FRS 102 standards.
• Ability to assist in audit planning and contribute to audit files.
• Specialized experience in charity audits or solicitor accounts rules (beneficial but not required).
• Up-to-date knowledge of current accounting and audit legislation.
• Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and accuracy.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Proficiency in IT, with training provided as needed.

Benefits

A competitive salary of £35,000 - £45,000 is available along with fantastic professional development is highly valued, with in-house training and self-development resources available to support employees' growth and ensure high standards of knowledge and skills.

Please contact Mark Sitton on 01273 102 360, [e-mail] , or via LinkedIn for a confidential conversation.

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