Audit Associate

Allscreens Nationwide Ltd; Norwich; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Study support

Hybrid working

Professional development

Job summary

Hays is recruiting an Audit Associate for a leading accountancy and business advisory firm in Norwich. You will join a collaborative audit team, supporting a diverse client portfolio, performing planning, testing and fieldwork while developing your technical and client-facing skills.

The role offers study support, flexible hybrid working and clear progression opportunities. Candidates should have at least two years of audit experience in UK practice and be on track for ACA/ACCA/AAT

Qualifications

• Minimum two years of audit experience in a UK accountancy practice.
• Solid understanding of UK GAAP and IFRS.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Support the planning, execution and completion of audit assignments.
• Undertake substantive and analytical audit testing.
• Prepare and maintain high-quality audit documentation and working papers.
• Assist with the preparation of statutory financial statements from client records.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients and key stakeholders.

Skills

Audit testing

Client-facing

Analytical skills

Education

ACA/ACCA/AAT part-qualified or studying

Job description

Hays are delighted to be partnering with a leading accountancy and business advisory firm to recruit an Audit Associate for their Norwich office.This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious audit professional looking to further develop their technical expertise, gain exposure to a varied client portfolio and continue progressing towards a professional qualification within a supportive and collaborative environment.Working alongside experienced managers and senior team members, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality audit assignments and building lasting client relationships across a range of industries.

Your new role

Join a collaborative audit team supporting a diverse client portfolio, gaining hands-on experience across a range of sectors while developing your technical and client-facing skills:

• Supporting the planning, execution and completion of audit assignments.
• Undertaking substantive and analytical audit testing.
• Completing audit fieldwork both in the office and at client premises where required.
• Preparing and maintaining high-quality audit documentation and working papers.
• Assisting with the preparation of statutory financial statements from client records.
• Identifying risk areas and escalating key findings to senior team members.
• Supporting the successful delivery of audit engagements within agreed deadlines.
• Taking ownership of smaller assignments with guidance and support from managers.
• Assisting on larger and more complex audit engagements alongside senior colleagues.
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients and key stakeholders.
• Participating in networking and business development activities.
• Supporting and mentoring junior members of the team where appropriate.

What you'll need to succeed

To be successful in this role:

• A minimum of two years' experience within an audit role in a UK accountancy practice.
• ACA, ACCA or AAT part-qualified, or currently studying towards a professional accountancy qualification.
• Experience working with clients across a variety of sectors and industries.
• Strong understanding of audit methodologies, testing procedures and financial reporting standards.
• Working knowledge of UK GAAP, IFRS and Auditing Standards.
• Experience preparing audit files and statutory accounts.
• Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail.
• The ability to manage multiple deadlines and prioritise workload effectively.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Experience coaching, mentoring or supporting junior team members would be advantageous.

What you'll get in return

This is a fantastic opportunity to develop your career within a supportive and forward-thinking firm. You'll receive full study support, ongoing professional development and clear progression opportunities, while gaining exposure to a diverse client portfolio. In addition, you'll benefit from flexible and hybrid working, a collaborative team culture and a comprehensive benefits package.