Audit Assistant

Nxtgen Recruitment; Huntingdonshire; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Study support

Mentoring

Career development

Job summary

NXTGEN is partnering with a well established accountancy practice in Huntingdon to recruit an Audit Assistant. You will gain experience across audit and accounts, working with an experienced team in a friendly, supportive environment that values learning and career development.

The role offers comprehensive study support, mentoring, and exposure to a varied client portfolio. It is a great stepping stone for building technical skills and progressing within audit and accountancy.

Qualifications

• AAT qualification or equivalent.
• Experience in an accountancy practice is preferred.
• Strong communication and client relation skills.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with annual audit assignments for a varied portfolio of clients.
• Supporting the wider team with audit fieldwork and ensuring assignments are completed to a high standard.
• Preparing accounts for a variety of businesses, broadening your experience across different clients and sectors.
• Building positive relationships with clients and providing support with their accounting requirements.
• Working closely with colleagues and senior team members to develop your technical knowledge and understanding of audit processes.
• Supporting junior colleagues by sharing knowledge and helping with day to day queries where appropriate.
• Managing your workload effectively, maintaining clear communication and ensuring deadlines are met.

Skills

Good communication skills

Proactive attitude

Ability to work independently and as a

Willingness to learn

Education

AAT qualification or equivalent

Job description

Full job description

Are you looking to take the next step in your audit career with a supportive accountancy practice that genuinely invests in its people?

NXTGEN is pleased to be working with a well established accountancy practice in Huntingdon that offers a friendly, collaborative working environment where people are encouraged to learn, develop and build long term careers. This is a fantastic opportunity for an Audit Assistant to gain valuable experience across audit and accounts, work alongside experienced professionals and develop their technical skills within a welcoming and supportive team.

Why join?

• A supportive team culture: Join a collaborative team where colleagues share their knowledge, support one another and work together to deliver the best results for their clients.
• Excellent study support: Benefit from a fantastic study package, with tuition fees and professional institute fees covered, paid time off for exams and dedicated mentoring to help you progress with your qualifications.
• Career development: Receive ongoing guidance from experienced senior team members, helping you strengthen your technical knowledge, build confidence and develop your client management skills.
• Varied experience: Gain exposure to a range of audit assignments and accounts preparation, giving you the opportunity to broaden your experience and build a strong foundation for your future career.
• Real progression opportunities: Develop at your own pace, take on increasing responsibility and build the skills needed to progress within audit and accountancy practice.

Responsibilities will include:

• Assisting with annual audit assignments for a varied portfolio of clients.
• Supporting the wider team with audit fieldwork and ensuring assignments are completed to a high standard.
• Preparing accounts for a variety of businesses, broadening your experience across different clients and sectors.
• Building positive relationships with clients and providing support with their accounting requirements.
• Working closely with colleagues and senior team members to develop your technical knowledge and understanding of audit processes.
• Supporting junior colleagues by sharing knowledge and helping with day to day queries where appropriate.
• Managing your workload effectively, maintaining clear communication and ensuring deadlines are met.

The ideal Audit Assistant will have:

• AAT qualification or equivalent.
• Previous experience in a similar role within an accountancy practice.
• An interest in developing a career within audit and accounts.
• Good communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships with clients and colleagues.
• A proactive attitude, willingness to learn and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

If you are looking for an opportunity where you can develop your audit experience, gain valuable qualifications and be part of a team that genuinely supports your progression, this could be the perfect next step.

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