Audit Associate - Hybrid, Study Support, 35-Hour Week

Pro-Finance; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

35-hour working week

Hybrid working

25 days annual leave

Contributory pension

Job summary

Pro-Finance in Manchester is seeking an ambitious Audit Associate to join its expanding Audit team. You will deliver high-quality statutory audit and assurance assignments and gain exposure to a varied client base, including large corporate groups, AIM-listed entities, owner-managed businesses, and not-for-profits.

This role is ideal for someone in the second or third year of their ACA/ACCA studies, with a full study package and clear opportunities for progression within a supportive firm.

Qualifications

• ACA or ACCA studies in progress (typically second or third year).
• Previous experience within an audit role in an accountancy practice.
• Strong audit experience with exposure to statutory audits.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• A proactive and organised approach to work.
• A commercial mindset with a genuine passion for delivering excellent client service.
• Experience using CCH Audit Automation, CCH Accounts Production or Inflo would be advantageous but is not essential.
• A full UK driving licence would be beneficial but is not essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist on statutory audit assignments from planning through to completion.
• Work with a varied portfolio of clients, including large corporate groups with turnovers up to £500m.
• Prepare and review financial statements for both single entities and group companies.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients.
• Support the development and coaching of trainee team members.
• Work closely with Managers and Partners to deliver high-quality client service.
• Develop your technical knowledge through structured training and on-the-job experience.

Skills

Strong communication

Proactive attitude

Organised

Client service focus

Education

ACA/ACCA studies in progress

Tools

CCH Audit Automation

CCH Accounts Production

Inflo

Job description

Pro-Finance in Manchester is seeking an ambitious Audit Associate to join its expanding Audit team. You will deliver high-quality statutory audit and assurance assignments and gain exposure to a varied client base, including large corporate groups, AIM-listed entities, owner-managed businesses, and not-for-profits.

This role is ideal for someone in the second or third year of their ACA/ACCA studies, with a full study package and clear opportunities for progression within a supportive firm.