Audit Senior

Sumer Group Holdings Limited; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading independent chartered accountants firm as an Audit Senior in Liverpool. This role offers a unique opportunity to manage audit assignments from planning to completion, while mentoring junior staff and building strong client relationships. You'll be part of a dynamic team that values collaboration and professional development. With a focus on quality and compliance, you'll ensure the delivery of high-standard audit work. The company fosters a positive culture and offers flexible working arrangements, making it a great place to grow your career in auditing and accounting.

Benefits

Flexible working

Life assurance

Pension

Career development opportunities

Access to counselling services

Subsidised health services

Qualifications

• Qualified Accountant with ACCA/ACA or equivalent.
• Proven audit experience with knowledge of quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead on-site audits from planning to completion.
• Supervise and mentor junior staff, ensuring quality work.

Skills

Qualified Accountant (ACCA/ACA)

Audit Practice Experience

Risk Awareness

Client Interaction

Team Leadership

Technical Knowledge (FRS, IFRS)

Problem-Solving

Education

ACCA/ACA or equivalent qualification

Tools

CaseWare

CCH

Job description

Audit Senior

Department: Audit

Employment Type: Permanent

Location: Liverpool

Description

As one of the region’s leading independent chartered accountants and business advisors, Cowgills has the expertise and knowledge to provide you with a full-service offering. Our independence ensures that we can tailor our approach to suit our clients’ individual needs. We have over 200 talented, committed and engaged employees, totally focused on delivering financial guidance and growth strategies to our clients.

The Role

As an Audit Senior, you will be responsible for delivering audit assignments from planning to completion, working closely with assistant managers, managers, and senior team members. You will play a key role in liaising with clients, executing audit procedures, and ensuring the delivery of high-quality work. Additionally, you will support and mentor junior team members, provide constructive feedback, and contribute to the smooth running of audit engagements.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead on-site audits, executing the agreed plan from start to completion, managing resources effectively, and assigning tasks with clear deadlines.
• Ensure audit quality, maintaining compliance with company policies and auditing standards while upholding best practices.
• Supervise and mentor audit juniors, reviewing their work, providing constructive feedback, and supporting their professional development.
• Prepare on-site audit findings reports, identifying key risks, areas of concern, and significant messages for review by senior team members.
• Build strong client relationships, adapting communication and approach to ensure a smooth audit process and client satisfaction.
• Collaborate across service lines, recognising where multiple services are provided to the same client and working with other teams to enhance the client experience.
• Contribute to team development, offering support, sharing knowledge, and fostering a culture of collaboration.
• Continuously develop expertise, proactively seeking learning opportunities, identifying overlaps in work, and maximising cross-team collaboration.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• Qualified Accountant: ACCA/ACA or equivalent qualification
• Audit Practice Experience: Proven experience in audit and accounts, with a solid understanding of quality and regulatory standards.
• Risk Awareness: Familiar with risk assessment and effective control measures within the audit process.
• Client Interaction: Skilled in managing client relationships and addressing their needs effectively.
• Team Leadership: Capable of guiding and supporting junior staff, fostering a productive team environment.
• Technical Knowledge: Up-to-date with relevant accounting and auditing standards, including FRS and IFRS.
• Problem-Solving: Strong analytical skills, with the ability to identify issues and suggest practical solutions.
• Software Proficiency: Experience with CaseWare and CCH is beneficial but not required.

Benefits

• People join Cowgills because of the positive and enjoyable culture that our people create; we can guarantee you’ll really love working here.
• Flexible working
• Life assurance
• Pension
• Incredible development and career growth
• List of benefits including access to counselling services and subsidised health.