Audit Assistant

AAB; Kingswells; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave options

Enhanced parental leave

Volunteering day

Private Medical Insurance

Employee Assistance Programme

Death in Service

Pension scheme

Life assurance

Hybrid working model

Agile working

Modern office spaces

Job summary

AAB in Aberdeen is seeking an Audit Assistant to join our External Audit team on a permanent basis. The role focuses on supporting audit and accounting services for a diverse client base, with opportunities to participate in fieldwork and statutory financial statement preparation.

You will develop under guidance from senior staff, build client relationships, and gain exposure to mid-market clients across multiple industries.

Qualifications

• Pursuing ACCA/ICAS or equivalent professional qualification.
• Previous audit experience.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Good attention to detail and a willingness to learn.
• Ability to build positive working relationships with colleagues and clients.
• Experience using Word, Excel and Outlook; knowledge of accounting software helpful.

Responsibilities

• Assisting the audit team in delivering audit and accounting services to a diverse client portfolio.
• Supporting the planning and completion of audit assignments under the guidance of senior team members.
• Attending client sites as part of audit fieldwork and gaining exposure to a range of industries.
• Preparing audit working papers and assisting with testing across various areas of the audit.
• Assisting with the preparation of statutory financial statements from client records.
• Building an understanding of audit processes, methodologies and regulatory requirements.
• Communicating effectively with colleagues and clients to gather information and resolve queries.
• Supporting senior team members to ensure audits are completed efficiently and to a high standard.
• Completing administrative tasks such as timesheets on time; ensuring compliance with internal procedures and standards.

Skills

ACCA/ICAS or equivalent

Audit experience

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Relationship building

MS Office

Xero/Sage/QuickBooks knowledge

Education

Professional accounting qualification (ACCA/ICAS)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Xero

Sage

QuickBooks

Job description

Audit Assistant

Application Deadline: 20 November 2026

Department: External Audit

Employment Type: Permanent

Location: Aberdeen

Description

DISCOVER YOUR POTENTIAL. BUILD YOUR CAREER. JOIN US AT AAB.

AAB is a leading professional services firm operating across the UK, Ireland, and the USA. We specialise in the mid-market, supporting individuals, family businesses, and organisations with a full suite of services including audit, tax, corporate finance, payroll, people consultancy, and wealth management. With 1,000+ team members, we deliver expert support to clients all over the world.

EVERYONE HAS THE AABILITY TO SUCCEED- WE’LL HELP YOU GET THERE.

Our people are at the heart of everything we do. We succeed together as one team, building strong client relationships through passion, empathy, and straightforward advice. That’s what makes AAB different. We invest in brilliant talent across every area of the business, offering tailored training, professional qualifications, and continuous support to help you grow.

Your growth matters to us. We’ll give you the tools, encouragement, and opportunities to lead, learn, and make an impact. Guided by our six core values, we foster a culture where collaboration, trust, and enthusiasm thrive.

AABSOLUTELY DEDICATED TO HELPING YOU ACHIEVE YOUR GOALS

At AAB, your career is what you make it. We are here to help you turn ambition into action, whether that’s becoming a technical expert, a future leader, or someone who simply makes a difference every day. If you're ready to be part of a team that’s united by purpose and driven by values, we’d love to hear from you.

ESG COMMITMENT

We take our responsibility seriously. From reducing our environmental impact, to supporting education through training and talent programmes, to giving back to our local communities with our charitable initiative ABBIE- ESG is part of who we are.

ROLE PURPOSE

Our Audit department continues to evolve and grow, assisting a wide variety of clients across a range of industries. We are looking for an ambitious, forward-thinking Audit Assistant to join our team at this exciting time.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Assisting the audit team in the delivery of audit and accounting services to a diverse client portfolio;
• Supporting the planning and completion of audit assignments under the guidance of senior team members;
• Attending client sites as part of audit fieldwork and gaining exposure to a range of industries and business sectors;
• Preparing audit working papers and assisting with testing across various areas of the audit;
• Assisting with the preparation of statutory financial statements from client records;
• Building an understanding of audit processes, methodologies and regulatory requirements;
• Communicating effectively with colleagues and clients to gather information and resolve queries;
• Supporting senior team members to ensure audit assignments are completed efficiently and to a high standard;
• Completing all administrative tasks, including timesheets, accurately and on time; and
• Ensuring compliance with internal procedures, professional standards and regulatory requirements.
• Please note that this is not an exhaustive list of duties and is intended to be indicative of the types of activities included within the remit of this role.

Experience & qualifications

Skills Required

• Studying towards a professional accounting qualification such as ACCA/ICAS or equivalent;
• Previous audit experience
• Strong written and verbal communication skills;
• Good attention to detail and a willingness to learn;
• Ability to build positive working relationships with colleagues and clients;
• Experience using Microsoft Office packages, including Word, Excel and Outlook;
• Experience of accounting software such as Xero, Sage or QuickBooks is advantageous but not essential.

Person Specification

• Eager to learn and develop within a professional services environment;
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team;
• Organised with the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines;
• Positive and proactive approach to work;
• Flexible and willing to support colleagues when required;
• Good attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality work;
• Professional attitude and strong work ethic.

WHAT AAB OFFER

We want you to feel supported inside and outside of work. That’s why we offer a benefits package designed for your wellbeing, lifestyle, and career.

Time Off & Family Support

• Annual leave (plus public holidays), with the option to buy or carry over leave
• Enhanced parental leave (maternity, paternity, adoption)
• Paid volunteering day to support causes that matter to you

Health & Wellbeing

• Private Medical Insurance (PMI) for you and the option to cover family members
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) for 24/7 mental health and wellbeing support
• Death in Service benefit

Financial Security

• Competitive pension scheme
• Life assurance policies to support you and your family

Flexible & Agile Working

• Hybrid working model
• Agile working culture that supports flexible hours and smarter working
• Modern office spaces designed for collaboration, focus, and wellbeing

Disclaimer

Unsolicited CVs sent to AAB by Recruitment Agencies will not be accepted for this position. AAB operates a direct sourcing model and where agency assistance is required, the Talent Acquisition team will engage directly with our recruitment partners.