Audit Assistant

Nxtgen Recruitment; Norwich; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

ACA/ACCA study support

Annual leave + bank holidays

Salary reviews

Professional subscriptions paid

Medicash healthcare plan

Pension scheme

Group income protection

Private medical insurance

Paid sick leave

Exam milestone rewards

Ongoing professional development

Flexible working

Job summary

Nxtgen Recruitment is seeking an Audit Associate for a respected regional accountancy practice in the Norwich area. You will deliver high-quality audit and advisory services across a varied client portfolio, working with managers and senior colleagues to gain ownership of assignments.

The role offers support for ACA/ACCA study, development opportunities, and a flexible, people-focused culture. Travel across East Anglia may be required to service clients.

Qualifications

• Experience working in a UK accountancy practice.
• Experience auditing clients within a UK practice environment.
• Experience preparing financial statements and supporting tax computations.
• Exposure to a range of clients across different sectors.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• A proactive attitude with a genuine desire to learn and develop.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel across East Anglia when required.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver audit assignments for a varied portfolio of clients.
• Complete audit fieldwork and testing with minimal supervision.
• Assist with preparation of statutory and consolidated financial statements under UK GAAP.
• Build trusted relationships with clients and provide exceptional service.
• Identify opportunities to add value and support clients with wider business needs.
• Manage own workload to meet deadlines and budgets.
• Support and develop junior team members through coaching and feedback.
• Work closely with Managers and Partners to deliver successful client outcomes.

Skills

ACA/ACCA part qualified

AAT Level 4

UK communication

Organisational skills

Driving licence

Willingness to travel (East Anglia)

Education

AAT Level 4 qualification

Job description

Are you an Audit professional looking to join a firm where people genuinely come first? This is an exciting opportunity to become part of a highly respected regional accountancy practice that has built its reputation not only on delivering exceptional client service, but also on creating an environment where its people can thrive. You'll join a friendly and collaborative team where you'll be supported, encouraged and given every opportunity to develop your career at a pace that works for you.

The Role

As an Audit Associate, you'll play an important role in delivering high quality audit and advisory services to a broad portfolio of clients across a range of sectors. Working alongside experienced Managers and senior colleagues, you'll gain exposure to every stage of the audit process while taking increasing ownership of your own assignments. You'll also have the opportunity to mentor junior team members, strengthen client relationships and continue building both your technical and commercial expertise.

Your Responsibilities

• Planning and delivering audit assignments for a varied portfolio of clients
• Completing audit fieldwork and testing with minimal supervision
• Assisting with the preparation of statutory and consolidated financial statements under UK GAAP
• Building trusted relationships with clients and providing an exceptional level of service
• Identifying opportunities to add value and support clients with wider business needs
• Managing your own workload to ensure deadlines and budgets are achieved
• Supporting and developing junior members of the team through coaching and feedback
• Working closely with Managers and Partners to deliver successful client outcomes

About You

You’ll already have experience working within a UK accountancy practice and be looking for a firm where your development is genuinely supported. You'll ideally have:

• ACA or ACCA part qualified, or AAT Level 4 qualified
• Experience auditing clients within a UK practice environment
• Experience preparing financial statements and supporting tax computations
• Exposure to a range of clients across different sectors
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• A proactive attitude with a genuine desire to learn and develop
• A full UK driving licence and willingness to travel across East Anglia when required

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary
• Full ACA or ACCA study support
• Competitive annual leave plus Bank Holidays
• Annual salary reviews
• Professional subscriptions paid
• Medicash healthcare plan
• Life assurance
• Pension scheme
• Group income protection
• Option to purchase private medical insurance
• Paid sick leave
• Exam milestone rewards
• Ongoing technical and professional development
• Flexible working and a genuine commitment to work life balance
• A welcoming, supportive team where your wellbeing and career are equally important