Audit and Accounts Senior

TPF Recruitment; Croydon; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A rapidly expanding accountancy firm in Croydon is seeking an experienced Audit & Accounts Senior. The role involves varied responsibilities, including audit assignments and consultancy services for corporate and not-for-profit clients. This full-time position offers excellent career progression and a comprehensive benefits package, along with flexible, hybrid working arrangements.

Benefits

Pension scheme

Group life assurance (x4 salary)

Social functions and events

Access to employee benefits portal

Employee Assistance Programme

Continuous training and development

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Flexible working with one day from home

Qualifications

• ACA/ACCA qualified with a minimum of 3 years' audit experience.
• Strong knowledge of tax, particularly corporation tax.
• Ability to handle diverse clients and issues.

Responsibilities

• Work on larger audits for both corporate and not-for-profit clients.
• Supervise junior colleagues and manage client queries.
• Prepare financial statements for various clients.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Critical thinking

Strong computer skills

Education

ACA/ACCA Qualified or Part-Qualified

Minimum 3 years audit experience

Tools

Excel

CCH

Pro-audit

Job description

Job Description
Audit & Accounts Senior - Croydon

TPF Recruitment are recruiting on behalf of our client, a fast-growing accountancy firm in the UK.

Are you an experienced Audit & Accounts Senior looking to take the next step in your career? Do you want to work with an ambitious and expanding firm, offering varied responsibilities and career progression opportunities? If so, we have an exciting role for you!

Our client, a leading accountancy practice, is looking for a full-time Audit & Accounts Senior to join their growing team in Croydon. This is a great opportunity to work in a dynamic environment, where the role is split approximately 70/30 between audit and non-audit assignments. The firm provides bespoke support and advice to ambitious business owners, and the successful candidate will have the opportunity to work with both corporate and not-for-profit clients, gaining exposure to consultancy and advisory services as well.

Key Responsibilities:

• Working as part of a team on larger audits for both corporate and not-for-profit clients
• Handling client queries and supervising the work of junior colleagues
• Overseeing smaller audits and reporting directly to partners
• Preparing financial statements for audit and non-audit clients

Requirements

Skills & Experience Required:

• ACA/ACCA Qualified or Part-Qualified
• A minimum of 3 years' audit experience in an accountancy practice
• Up to date with current auditing and accounting issues, as well as relevant standards, company law, etc.
• Strong knowledge of tax, particularly corporation tax, with awareness of VAT and payroll taxes being advantageous
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written and oral
• Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and ability to think critically to solve problems
• Ability to take ownership of issues from start to finish and show initiative
• Experience working on a diverse range of clients (FCA experience is beneficial)
• Strong computer skills, especially Excel; experience with CCH and Pro-audit is advantageous
• Knowledge of Mercia audit methodology is also beneficial

Benefits

Full Benefits Package:

• Competitive salary depending on experience (in the region of £40,000-£55,000pa)
• Pension scheme
• Group life assurance (x4 salary)
• Social functions and events
• Access to the employee benefits portal (cashback and vouchers on everyday purchases)
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Continuous training and development to support both professional qualifications and personal growth
• 25 days annual leave (excluding bank holidays), plus closure between Christmas and New Year
• Flexible, hybrid working with one day per week from home

For more information on this role, contact Kourtney Luckett at TPF Recruitment for a confidential conversation.