Audit Senior

ACCA Careers; Canterbury; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

ACCA Careers in Canterbury seeks an Audit Senior to join a professional services firm delivering high-quality accounting and finance solutions. You will perform audits for a client portfolio and prepare statements for management review, while mentoring junior staff.

The role requires ACA/ACCA or equivalent qualifications, hands-on auditing experience, and the ability to work independently, prioritise tasks, and collaborate with clients.

Qualifications

• Auditing for a portfolio of clients with regulatory compliance focus.
• Prepare financial statements and reports for senior management or clients.
• Identify risks or anomalies in financial records.
• Supervise and mentor junior team members with guidance and feedback.
• Ensure auditing work adheres to company and industry standards.
• Collaborate with clients to address queries and provide recommendations.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of changes in accounting standards and auditing practices.
• Support the wider accounting and finance team with ad-hoc tasks.

Responsibilities

• Perform audits for a portfolio of clients, ensuring accuracy and compliance with regulations.
• Prepare financial statements and reports for review by senior management or clients.
• Identify and communicate any risks or anomalies within financial records.
• Supervise and mentor junior team members, providing guidance and feedback.
• Ensure all auditing work adheres to company and industry standards.
• Collaborate with clients to address queries and provide recommendations.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of changes in accounting standards and auditing practices.
• Support the wider accounting and finance team with ad-hoc tasks as required.

Skills

Auditing

Accounting principles

Team supervision

Communication

Financial software

Education

Professional accounting/auditing qualification (ACA/ACCA)

Tools

Accounting software

Job description

The role of Audit Senior within the professional services sector requires a keen eye for detail and a strong background in accounting and finance. Based in Canterbury, this permanent position offers an excellent opportunity to develop your auditing expertise in a supportive environment.

Client Details

This organisation is a reputable firm within the professional services industry, known for delivering high-quality accounting and finance solutions. As a small-sized company, it offers a focused and collaborative working environment, perfect for professionals who thrive on contributing to impactful projects.

Description

• Perform audits for a portfolio of clients, ensuring accuracy and compliance with regulations.
• Prepare financial statements and reports for review by senior management or clients.
• Identify and communicate any risks or anomalies within financial records.
• Supervise and mentor junior team members, providing guidance and feedback.
• Ensure all auditing work adheres to company and industry standards.
• Collaborate with clients to address queries and provide recommendations.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of changes in accounting standards and auditing practices.
• Support the wider accounting and finance team with ad-hoc tasks as required.

Profile

• Professional qualifications in accounting or auditing (e.g., ACA, ACCA, or equivalent).
• Hands-on experience in auditing within the professional services sector.
• Strong knowledge of accounting and finance principles.
• Proficiency in using relevant financial software and tools.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills.
• The ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.

Job Offer

• A salary range of £35,000 to £45,000, depending on experience.
• Permanent position with opportunities for career progression.
• Located in Canterbury, offering a vibrant work-life balance.
• Access to a supportive and collaborative working environment.
• Professional development opportunities to enhance your skills and expertise.