Audit and Accounts Senior - Cardiff | Cardiff, UK

Xeinadin Group; Cardiff; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading business advisory firm in Cardiff is seeking an Audit and Accounts Senior to join their expanding team. The role involves leading audit assignments, ensuring compliance, and developing strong client relationships. Ideal candidates will have an ACA or ACCA qualification and experience within a UK practice environment, contributing to high-quality audit engagements and mentoring junior members.

Benefits

Company Pension Scheme

25 days of annual leave + bank holidays

Qualifications

• Experience within UK Practice environment.
• Strong interpersonal skills to build client relationships.
• Previous experience in audit within a practice environment is essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead audit assignments from planning through to completion.
• Build and nurture strong relationships with both new and established clients.
• Prepare and review client documents ensuring accuracy and compliance.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Education

ACA/ACCA qualification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Vacancy Name
Audit and Accounts Senior - Cardiff

Vacancy No
VN1346

Employment Type
Permanent

Duration
N/A

Location City
Cardiff

Location Country
United Kingdom

Company Description
Xeinadin was established in 2019 when a number of leading business advisory and accountancy practices across the UK and Ireland came together to re-imagine the future of accountancy. Our collective mission to provide locally forged, trusted business advice to SMEs through forward-thinking, close-knit relationships remains pivotal to our growth. It's our people who drive our business forward, and we offer them future-focused career opportunities whilst supporting individual specialisms. Our regional offices of over 2500 colleagues operate collaboratively, combining collective expertise to maximise potential.

Description
We are seeking a skilled and client-focused Audit Senior to join our expanding team. As an Audit Senior, you will take a lead role in audit assignments, ensuring compliance with internal and external standards while building strong relationships with clients. This position demands an approachable and professional individual who understands client requirements and delivers exceptional service.

Key Responsibilities
• Lead audit assignments from planning through to completion, maintaining high-quality standards.
• Ensure audit files contain all necessary documentation, properly organised in the appropriate sections.
• Analyse accounting data from client records, providing insights and recommendations.
• Oversee and ensure compliance with regulatory, internal audit methodology, and risk management requirements.
• Build and nurture strong relationships with both new and established clients, acting as their trusted advisor.
• Identify and understand client needs, offering tailored solutions and executing them effectively.
• Address client queries promptly and professionally, promoting loyalty and trust.
• Mentor and support junior team members, answering questions and ensuring high-quality work.
• Collaborate with team members to deliver accurate and timely client files and audits.
• Deliver client work in adherence to legal and statutory requirements.
• Prepare and review client documents, including accounts, tax filings, PAYE, and VAT submissions, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Plan workloads effectively to meet deadlines and prepare work for sign-off.
• Drive efficiency and quality by utilising best practices and leveraging available tools and technology.

Key Requirements
• ACA/ACCA qualification is required (part-qualified candidates will also be considered).
• Must have experience within UK Practice environment.
• This role will be predominantly Audit with some Accounts during non-busy period.

Additional Requirements
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to build and maintain client relationships.
• Previous experience in audit within a practice environment is essential.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and other relevant software.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills to handle multiple deadlines.
• Dependable, professional, and self-motivated with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
• Keen attention to detail and a commitment to delivering accurate, high-quality work.

Model
Hybrid

Salary
Competitive

Benefits
• Company Pension Scheme
• 25 days of annual leave + bank holidays
• Additional annual leave days from certain levels of seniority
• Ability to buy up to 5 days of annual leave to reach a maximum of 30 days per annum
• Business closure over Christmas*
• Life Assurance x4 annual salary
• Enhanced family leave policies
• Enhanced Company Sick Pay
• Employee Assistance Programme - 24/7 support, free and confidential
• Corporate Discounts Platform

Flexible Benefits platform with ability to opt-in to various insurances (level of seniority dependent & self-funded at corporate rates) such as:
• PMI single or family
• Critical Illness Cover
• Cash plan
• Cycle to work
• Eye care
• Dental
*subject to exceptions and business needs

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