Audit & Accounts Senior

Michael Page; Guildford; Hybrid; GBP 38,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established professional services firm in Guildford is seeking an Audit & Accounts Senior to manage audit assignments and prepare financial accounts. The ideal candidate will have a professional accounting qualification and strong technical knowledge in auditing. The firm offers a collaborative work environment and opportunities for career progression with a competitive salary ranging from £38,000 to £50,000 per annum.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Support for further professional development

Collaborative working environment

Qualifications

• Strong technical knowledge in auditing and financial reporting.
• Previous experience in a professional services environment.
• Ability to manage multiple projects effectively.

Responsibilities

• Plan and conduct audit assignments, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
• Prepare accurate financial statements and management accounts.
• Provide technical support to junior team members.
• Review and finalise audit work papers and reports.
• Collaborate with clients on accounting and audit needs.
• Identify and address potential risks within audit processes.

Skills

Technical knowledge in auditing

Excellent attention to detail

Strong analytical skills

Strong communication skills

Project management

Proficiency in accounting software

Education

Professional accounting qualification (e.g., ACA, ACCA)

Tools

Relevant accounting software

Job description

The Audit & Accounts Senior role involves managing audit assignments and preparing financial accounts to ensure compliance and accuracy. This position in Guildford is ideal for someone with technical expertise in accounting and auditing within the professional services industry.

Client Details

This organisation is a well-established, medium-sized professional services firm with a strong reputation for delivering accounting and auditing solutions. They are known for their structured approach and commitment to high standards within the accounting & finance sector.

Description

• Plan and conduct audit assignments, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
• Prepare accurate financial statements and management accounts.
• Provide technical support and guidance to junior team members.
• Review and finalise audit work papers and reports.
• Collaborate with clients to address their accounting and audit requirements.
• Ensure the effective management of deadlines and deliverables.
• Identify and address potential risks within audit processes.
• Contribute to process improvements within the accounting and auditing department.

Profile

A successful Audit & Accounts Senior should have:

• A professional accounting qualification (e.g., ACA, ACCA or equivalent).
• Strong technical knowledge in auditing and financial reporting.
• Previous experience in a professional services environment.
• Excellent attention to detail and analytical skills.
• The ability to manage multiple projects effectively.
• Strong communication skills to liaise with clients and colleagues.
• Proficiency in relevant accounting software.

Job Offer

• Competitive salary in the range of £38,000 - £50,000 per annum, depending on experience.
• Permanent role offering stability and career progression opportunities.
• Support for further professional development and training.
• Collaborative and professional working environment within the accounting & finance team.
• Hybrid and agile working.