Audit Senior

Rentavilla4u; Kettering; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading firm of Accountants and Business Advisers as an Audit Senior, where you will lead audit engagements, mentor junior staff, and build strong client relationships. This role offers a dynamic work environment with opportunities for professional growth and development. You will be responsible for planning and executing audits, ensuring compliance with accounting standards, and providing valuable insights to clients. The firm prides itself on its supportive culture and commitment to employee development, making it an exciting place to advance your career in auditing. If you are passionate about accounting and looking for a rewarding opportunity, this is the role for you.

Benefits

Free onsite parking

Birthday leave

Life Assurance (4 x salary)

Enhanced parental family leave

Incentive scheme

Referral bonus

Employee assistance programme

Flexible working/hybrid available

Regular socials

Charitable fundraising events

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of audit experience in an accountancy firm.
• Strong understanding of GAAP and IFRS standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage audit engagements across various industries.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Problem-solving

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Organizational Skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

ACA/ACCA/CA or equivalent

Tools

Audit software

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Audit Senior (open to varying levels of experience)
Kettering (onsite – required to live local to Kettering)
Fulltime Monday – Friday
£30,000 - £40,000 DOE


We’re working with one of the largest UK payroll providers, a leading firm of Accountants and Business Advisers operating across the UK, Ireland, and the Nordics. They are expanding their services and require a number of professionals with Audit & Assurance across multiple sites up and down the UK.

Role:

The Audit Senior is responsible for leading and managing audit engagements for a diverse portfolio of clients across various industries. This role involves planning, executing, and completing audit fieldwork according to the established timelines. The Audit Senior will also play a critical role in mentoring junior staff and maintaining strong client relationships.

Audit Planning and Execution:

1. Lead audit engagements from planning through completion.
2. Develop audit plans, including risk assessments and audit procedures.
3. Ensure audits are conducted in accordance with auditing standards and firm policies.
4. Conduct fieldwork, including substantive testing and evaluation of internal controls.

Financial Reporting:

1. Review financial statements and related disclosures for compliance with GAAP, IFRS, or other applicable accounting standards.
2. Identify and communicate accounting and auditing issues to senior management.

Client Relationship Management:

1. Build and maintain strong relationships with clients.
2. Communicate effectively with clients to understand their business and industry.
3. Provide value-added insights and recommendations to clients.

Staff Supervision and Development:

1. Supervise, train, and mentor junior audit staff.
2. Review work of junior auditors and provide constructive feedback.
3. Assist in the evaluation of staff performance.

Compliance and Quality Assurance:

1. Ensure audit documentation is complete and complies with quality control standards.
2. Stay updated on changes in auditing standards, regulations, and industry practices.

Other Duties:

1. Participate in firm-wide initiatives and projects as needed.
2. Assist in business development activities, including proposal writing and client presentations.

Requirements:

1. Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
2. ACA/ACCA/CA or equivalent qualified (part qualified considered).
3. Minimum of 3-5 years of audit experience in an accountancy firm.
4. Strong understanding and working knowledge of GAAP, IFRS, and other relevant accounting standards.
5. Proficiency with audit software and Microsoft Office Suite.
6. Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
7. Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
8. Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
9. High level of professionalism and ethical standards.

Additional Information:

1. The sky is the limit in terms of progression and development, with study support provided.
2. Regular socials.
3. Fun and friendly team.
4. This particular branch has been operating for over 100 years.
5. Team engages in lots of charitable fundraising events (mountain climbs etc.)
6. Free onsite parking.
7. Birthday leave.
8. Life Assurance (4 x salary).
9. Enhanced parental family leave.
10. Incentive scheme.
11. Referral bonus.
12. Employee assistance programme (24hr confidential support with for example, bereavement, relationships, moving house, etc.)
13. Flexible working/hybrid available – however this particular team all tend to work onsite regularly.

If you’re interested in something new and want to chat more, please call Jo Thompson on 01782 438115 (op2) or apply for consideration.