Audit Senior

TPF Recruitment; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Genuine work-life balance

Hybrid working scheme

33 days holiday including bank holidays

Job summary

TPF Recruitment is representing a prestigious firm of Chartered Accountants in Portsmouth seeking an Audit Senior for a full-time permanent position. The role involves conducting audits, developing audit plans, and supervising junior staff. Ideal candidates should have an ACA or ACCA qualification and 2-3 years auditing experience.

Salary ranges from £40,000 to £45,000 based on experience, with benefits including a hybrid working scheme and 33 days of holiday.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of auditing experience required.
• Strong proficiency in audit planning and execution.
• Ability to supervise and mentor junior team members.

Responsibilities

• Conduct audits in accordance with established procedures.
• Develop comprehensive audit plans and monitor project progress.
• Review and approve audit sections before senior review.

Skills

Audit analysis

Planning skills

Communication

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Education

ACA or ACCA qualification

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

CaseWare

Job description

Job Description
TPF Recruitment is proud to represent a prestigious firm of Chartered Accountants located in Portsmouth. We are seeking a dynamic Audit Senior to join this exciting and growing practice on a permanent, full-time basis.

Are you driven and forward-thinking? Do you enjoy building strong relationships with new clients and businesses? If you thrive in a collaborative, sociable, and supportive environment, we want to hear from you.
Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct audits in accordance with established procedures, with guidance from senior team members as needed.
• Develop comprehensive audit plans, identifying potential challenges.
• Delegate tasks to junior team members and provide clear instructions.
• Monitor project progress to ensure budgets and deadlines are met.
• Review and approve audit sections before submission for senior review.
• Assist in the preparation or review of financial statements.
• Summarize key client issues and account contents for senior team review.
• Offer technical advice and mentorship to junior staff, providing detailed assistance and training when necessary.
• Evaluate staff performance, offering feedback and completing audit review assessments post-project.

Requirements

ACA or ACCA qualification, nearly qualified with practice experience.

2-3 years of auditing experience.

Strong audit analysis and planning skills.

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word, and ideally CaseWare (accounts and audit).

Previous experience supervising or mentoring junior team members.

Up-to-date technical knowledge, including recent accounting standards developments.

Familiarity with IFRS, ISA, US GAAP & GAAS preferred but not required.

Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to engage with diverse stakeholders.

Organized and capable of managing multiple tasks effectively.

Team player with strong problem-solving abilities.

Ability to perform well under pressure.

Benefits

Salary of £40,000 - £45,000, depending on experience and qualification status. Negotiable.

Genuine work-life balance.

Hybrid working scheme and core hours.

Enhanced succession planning program and supportive management structure to nurture your growth.

33 days holiday, including bank holidays, with the option to buy or sell up to 5 days.

Please contact Joe Potter on 01882206677 (tel), 07386668225 (mob), [e-mail], or via LinkedIn for a confidential conversation.

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