Accounts Semi Senior

BHP, Chartered Accountants; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Sumer is seeking a semi-senior or senior for the statutory accounts team in Sheffield. The role involves supporting audit processes, reviewing prepared accounts, and ensuring timely, accurate financial information across offices.

We value detail-oriented, highly organized individuals who communicate effectively and can train others in corporate work processes. Occasional travel to different offices may be required.

Qualifications

• Experience in statutory accounts preparation.
• Proficiency with Excel and CCH/AP software.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and manage the audit accounts inbox, prioritise emails and meet deadlines.
• Maintain the corporate workflow document to identify delivery issues early and communicate changes.
• Manage workloads for assistants and ensure smooth operations during audit and account assignments.
• Conduct first reviews of prepared accounts and amendments before submission to the audit team for accuracy and compliance.
• Prepare consolidated accounts, compiling workings and liaising with audit teams for clarity.
• Provide guidance and training to team members on corporate work processes.
• Attend meetings with audit managers across offices to foster communication and continuous improvement.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Statutory accounts preparation

Tools

Excel

CCH/AP

Job description

Description

We have a new opportunity for a semi-senior or senior within the statutory accounts team. We can be flexible on base office but occasional travel across the offices may be needed.

In this position, you’ll be part of a collaborative and supportive team, have opportunities for professional development and training and work in a role that directly impacts the quality and efficiency of audit processes.

We're looking for someone detail-oriented, highly organised, and passionate about delivering accurate financial information. Join our team as a Statutory Accounts Team Member, where you’ll play a key role in supporting audit processes and ensuring seamless collaboration between teams.

Department

Audit

Location

Sheffield

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor and manage the audit accounts inbox, ensuring emails are prioritised, deadlines are met, and tasks are allocated effectively.
• Maintain the corporate workflow document to identify delivery issues or timeline changes early and communicate them promptly.
• Manage workloads for assistants and ensure smooth operations during audit and account assignments.
• Conduct first reviews of prepared accounts and amendments before submission to the audit team, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Preparation of consolidated accounts, including compiling workings and liaising with audit teams for clarity and precision.
• Provide guidance and training to team members on corporate work processes.
• Attend regular meetings with audit managers across the offices and participate in meetings to foster strong communication and continuous improvement.

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

• Strong organisational and time-management skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to work under pressure.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience in statutory accounts preparation
• Experience required of CCH/AP and Excel

Belong @ Sumer

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