Audit Senior

Armstrong Knight; Reading; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading accounting firm in Reading is seeking an Audit Senior to join their dynamic team. The role involves leading audit assignments, preparing accounts for corporate clients, and supervising junior staff. Ideal candidates will be ACA/ACCA qualified or close to completing their qualification, with experience in audit and accounts preparation required. Proficiency with SAGE software and Microsoft Excel is crucial for success in this position.

Qualifications

• Must be ACA/ACCA qualified or nearly qualified.
• Previous audit experience and accounts preparation is essential.
• Good knowledge of corporation tax.

Responsibilities

• Lead audit assignments and supervise junior staff.
• Prepare corporate accounts and tax returns.
• Report directly to managers/partners.

Skills

Audit experience

Accounts preparation

Microsoft Excel

SAGE software

Project management awareness

Education

ACA/ACCA qualified or nearing completion

Tools

SAGE software

Microsoft Office

Job description

My client is one of the leading firms of accountants within the region, with specialist teams covering the needs of particular professions and business sectors. Its dynamic and progressive accounts team is seeking an Audit Senior to join the firm.

Main Duties will include:

1. Leading audit assignments
2. Accounts preparation for corporate clients
3. Preparation of corporation tax returns and computations
4. Supervision of junior staff
5. Reporting to manager/partner
6. Dealing with correspondence

The Ideal candidate will be:

• Be ACA/ACCA qualified, or equivalent, or close to completing either qualification.
• Have previous audit experience in a practice environment as well as more general accounting experience such as accounts preparation.
• Have experience using SAGE software and Microsoft Excel as well as being fully computer literate with other Microsoft packages.
• Have a good working knowledge of corporation tax.
• Use their technical knowledge to support and supervise junior staff.
• Have an awareness of project management and the ability to think about the impact of projects on the team.
• Show an adaptable approach to dealing with different clients to tailor the best solution.