Audit Associate

Hays PLC; Stockport; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for an Audit Associate to join their dynamic team in Stockport. This role offers the chance to work with a diverse range of clients, from entrepreneurial start-ups to larger enterprises, providing essential audit and accounting services. You'll be responsible for preparing financial statements and collaborating with a supportive audit team, allowing you to enhance your skills in a flexible and hybrid working environment. Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package while contributing to a firm renowned for its commitment to professional development and client satisfaction.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Pension contributions

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle to Work scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in audit teams within a practice environment.
• Ambitious and eager to develop skills in audit and accountancy.

Responsibilities

• Prepare financial statements for limited companies, LLPs, and charities.
• Collaborate with the audit team and assist on audits.

Skills

Audit experience

Financial statement preparation

Time management

Education

Degree in Accounting or Finance

Job description

Audit Associate, Stockport

Your new firm

This Top 10 North West based Accountancy firm is seeking an Audit Associate to join their office in Stockport. This is an exciting opportunity to work with a well-established firm that provides a range of accounting, tax, audit, advisory, and business services to a variety of clients, ranging from entrepreneurial start-ups to medium-sized companies and large enterprises. Their audit clients mainly sit within the SME and OMB markets and span industries including professional services and not-for-profit organizations.

Your new role

As an Audit Associate, you will be responsible for preparing financial statements for limited companies, LLPs, and charities from the trial balance stage. You will collaborate with members of the wider audit team and build strong working relationships within the business. Additionally, you will assist on audits as you develop your knowledge and skills.

What you'll need to succeed

The ideal candidate will have experience working within an audit team in a practice environment. You should be ambitious and eager to develop your skills in audit and accountancy. The ability to work to deadlines and manage your time effectively is essential.

What you'll get in return

In return, you will receive a competitive salary, dependent on experience. The role offers hybrid and flexible working options. You will also have access to a comprehensive benefits package, including holidays, pension contributions, an Employee Assistance Programme with a telephone helpline and GP access for you and your household, and a Cycle to Work scheme.

What you need to do now

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