Audit Associate

Michael Page (UK); Liverpool; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing independent audit firm in Liverpool is seeking an Audit Associate to support the planning and execution of audits. The ideal candidate will have ACA/ACCA studies underway and 12-18 months of experience in audit. This role offers competitive salary, study support, and a hybrid work model with two days in the office. Candidates must have strong communication and organisational skills.

Benefits

Competitive salary based on experience

25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays

Full study support package

Enhanced pension contributions

Life assurance cover

Hybrid working model

Qualifications

• 12-18 months' experience working in audit within an accountancy practice.
• Proactivity and self-motivation are essential.
• Ability to commute to Liverpool 2 times per week.

Responsibilities

• Complete audit work in accordance with planning documentation.
• Assist with audit fieldwork under supervision.
• Draft reports and documentation for clients.

Skills

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

ACA/ACCA studies underway

Job description

• Modern offices, free parking, flexible culture, and strong career support.
• One of the North West's fastest-growing independent practices.

About Our Client

This independent firm provides a full range of services including audit, tax, advisory, and specialist reporting. They work with an exciting mix of clients, from entrepreneurial owner-managed businesses to professional investors, public authorities, and private individuals. Their people-first culture combines the resources of a growing practice with the close-knit feel of a collaborative team.

Job Description

The Audit Associate will play a key role in supporting the planning, execution, and completion of audits, working directly with clients and senior team members. Alongside core audit work, there will also be opportunities to contribute to specialist assignments such as assurance reporting, forensic accounting, and due diligence.

The following are key responsibilities:

• Complete audit work in accordance with planning documentation.
• Assist Lead Audit Associates / Senior Audit Associates with audit fieldwork.
• Support, plan and finalise audit engagements, working directly with the client under Manager / Director / Partner supervision.
• Direct communication with client finance staff to obtain audit evidence.
• Drafting of reports, letters and other documentation to be provided to clients.
• Progress and develop your own skills and knowledge in line with your agreed goals and objectives.
• Ad-hoc assignments, including potential opportunities to be involved in other assurance report assignments (service charge, client money, SRA, grant claims, etc), forensic accounting and financial due diligence reporting.

The Successful Applicant

The ideal Audit Associate will have:

• ACA/ACCA studies underway
• 12-18 months' experience working in audit within an accountancy practice
• Strong written and spoken communication skills, especially with clients
• Good organisational and time management skills, able to work under pressure
• High attention to detail and an analytical, methodical approach
• Proactivity, self-motivation, and strong interpersonal skills
• Be able to commute to Liverpool 2 times per week

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary based on experience
• 25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays
• Option to purchase up to 5 additional days' leave
• Full study support package (including Kaplan tuition for ACA/ACCA)
• Enhanced pension contributions (4% minimum)
• Life assurance cover
• Enhanced sick pay and family leave policies
• Employee Assistance Programme (confidential 24/7 support)
• Corporate discounts platform
• A clear pathway for career progression within a rapidly growing audit practice
• Hybrid working with 2 days a week in office