Audit Executive

MHA; Colchester; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a talented Audit professional ready to make a significant impact. In this dynamic role, you'll leverage your audit expertise to build meaningful client relationships and navigate complex challenges. You'll be part of a supportive team that prioritizes continuous growth and development, with access to unparalleled resources. The firm values individuality and offers a flexible work environment, competitive benefits, and recognition for outstanding performance. If you're ready to elevate your career in a people-first organization, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Agile Working

25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays

Employee recognition awards

Employee Assistance Programme

Succession planning programme

Qualifications

• Up-to-date technical knowledge of Auditing and Financial Reporting Standards.
• Ability to produce realistic projections and comment on draft projections.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality work and expand knowledge across audits and assignments.
• Ensure key risks are addressed during the audit process.

Skills

Auditing

Financial Reporting Standards

Risk Management

Time Management

Client Relationship Building

Attention to Detail

Education

ICAEW or ACCA qualification

Relevant work experience

Job description

Job description

Competitive salary, negotiable depending on your experience and expertise.

Are you ready to bring your Audit expertise to a role where your skills and unique perspective can make a lasting impact?

What Sets Us Apart

At MHA, we’re about people first – our people, our clients, and the communities we serve. As one of the UK’s top 15 accountancy firms and a proud member of Baker Tilly International, the 9th largest network in the world, we are a hub of global knowledge with a strong local commitment.

Our people-focused approach truly sets us apart. Here, you won’t just be another face in the firm; you’ll be part of an ambitious, driven team dedicated to continuous learning and growth. We invest in our people because they are the foundation of our success. With access to unparalleled resources and award-winning development programmes, you’ll have the freedom to shape your career while making a meaningful impact. We take immense pride in being awarded gold for Investors in People. This recognition reflects our deep commitment to nurturing talent and ensuring every individual feels valued and supported.

Here, You’ll Go Beyond Numbers

We’re looking for a talented Audit professional who thrives in a dynamic environment and embraces the chance to tackle complex challenges. At MHA, you’ll be surrounded by passionate professionals dedicated to making a difference. Your work in Audit will go beyond the numbers – it’s about building meaningful client relationships, understanding their businesses, navigating risks, and delivering insights that drive real results.

• You will play an integral role in your department, delivering high-quality work and expanding your knowledge and skills across audits and assignments of varying complexity.
• You will also be responsible for ensuring key risks are addressed during the audit process, utilising your growing network of specialists for advice when needed.
• An Executive will operate as a key member of the team, having built strong relationships with your clients. You will understand your client's business objectives and be able to adapt your advice and provide meaningful solutions that they can put into practice.
• You will be expected to start focusing on continuous improvement, looking to differentiate our services through planning, researching best practice and utilising technology in order to provide best in class client service.
• You will support the development and engagement of the team, looking for areas of improvement and providing additional support and training where required.

What We’re Looking For

• Up-to-date technical knowledge of Auditing and Financial Reporting Standards.
• Departmental objectives and key performance indicators.
• Awareness of the firm’s services and product offerings.
• ICAEW and/or ACCA exam structure, work experience, and ethics training requirements.
• Knowledge of student competencies.
• Technically competent, compliant, and able to give due consideration to risk.
• Ability to produce realistic projections and comment on draft projections versus historic accounts.
• Ability to generate ideas for clients and the firm, striving for improvements and efficiencies.
• Effective time management and consistent meeting of deadlines.
• Attention to detail.
• Ability to undertake internal projects, communicate findings, and see them through to completion.
• Building effective relationships internally across departments and externally.

Rewards That Resonate

You’re more than a number to us; you’re an individual with unique talents and aspirations. Our benefits are designed to support your well-being, foster your professional growth, and recognise your contributions.

• Agile Working: Enjoy the flexibility of core hours from 10 AM to 2 PM and two home working days, allowing you to balance your work and personal commitments seamlessly.
• 25 days holiday Plus Bank Holidays, plus the opportunity to buy or sell up to 5 days.
• Competitive salary package.
• Employee recognition awards: Outstanding Performance Award Bonus and other recognition initiatives.
• New and improved programme for succession planning and supportive management structure to help you realise your potential.
• Employee Assistance Programme: Access a free confidential 24-hour support service, including unlimited counselling sessions and virtual doctors available for you and your family.
• And lot’s more!

Are You Ready to Elevate Your Career?

Apply now and be part of a team that celebrates diversity, champions innovation, and prioritises your success!

Our application form takes just a few minutes to complete and includes some diversity questions. MHA is a committed member of Access Accountancy and as such, we track our diversity stats and actively work to improve on these, year on year, looking at new ways to promote our roles to the widest audience. Any data collected is fully anonymised before sharing with any external parties, as per our Data Protection Policy and is not visible to hiring managers, or used in any way during the selection process.