Audit Senior

TN United Kingdom; Southampton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Qualified or Part-Qualified Audit Senior to join their dynamic Audit team in Southampton. This role is pivotal in ensuring high-quality audit planning, execution, and completion, contributing to the firm's reputation for excellence. Candidates should possess relevant qualifications and experience in Audit and Assurance, showcasing strong communication skills and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively. With a commitment to professional development and a supportive team environment, this opportunity promises a fulfilling career path in the accounting sector.

Benefits

Paid study leave

Personal guidance

Specialized courses

Competitive salary review

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Qualified or part-qualified accountant with audit experience.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Plan, execute, and complete audits, reporting to managers.
• Lead on-site audit teams and maintain client relationships.

Skills

Audit and Assurance

Communication Skills

Microsoft Office Suite

Teamwork

Education

ACA / ACCA / CA qualified

Part-qualified accountant

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

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Audit Senior

Employer Location: Southampton, Hampshire (GB)

Closing date: 27 Apr 2025

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Are you a Qualified or Part-Qualified Audit Senior?

We are looking for an Audit Senior to join our Solent office Audit team.

We would consider Qualified or Part Qualified candidates with ideally 2 years' work experience and professional exam stage completed. If in doubt, please apply to discuss your level of experience further.

The purpose of this role is to play a key part in the audit team, ensuring that audit planning, fieldwork, and completion are performed to a sufficient standard, ultimately enabling Menzies to sign audit reports.

Key Responsibilities

1. Planning, execution, and completion of audits reporting to managers and partners.
2. Preparation of accounts, reports, and other assignments as required.
3. Coordinate planning with clients, including liaising with relevant departments within the firm.
4. Communicate and build relationships with clients and related third parties.
5. Lead on-site audit teams and complete jobs with minimal supervision, to deadlines and within budget.
6. Business development including promoting the firm and its services to the existing client base and prospects.
7. Development and supervision of trainees.

The Person

1. ACA / ACCA / CA qualified or part-qualified accountant (ICAEW, ICAS, Irish Institute or equivalent international qualification)
2. Recent experience in Audit and Assurance within an accountancy practice
3. Experience of leading external audit assignments from planning to completion stages under International Standards on Auditing
4. Experience of preparing accounts in accordance with UK GAAP
5. Able to work independently as well as part of a team
6. Strong communication skills with senior staff and clients
7. Confident user of Microsoft Office suite – Intermediate/Advanced user of Word and Excel.
8. Motivated to take responsibility of the role and maintain a high level of quality service
9. Sound knowledge of key risks applicable to specific audits and aware of own limitations and when to ask for assistance

Company

Interested in a career in business & advisory? Then why not train with one of the most dynamic and fastest-growing firms of Chartered Accountants in the South East and become an expert advisor to SME businesses!

Menzies, a top 25 firm of Chartered Accountants, was established in 1912. Since then, we have grown to become one of the largest firms in the South East, servicing all kinds of businesses across various industries. We have 8 offices, each situated in the heart of the local community, and enjoy long-term relationships with both local and national clients.

At Menzies, we offer trainees all the benefits of working in a smaller team environment – personable, friendly, and supportive – but with the same commitment to training and varied long-term career prospects offered by larger firms. We provide all-round professional training with support, paid study leave, tutoring, specialised courses, personal guidance, and a competitive salary, reviewed bi-annually and upon passing exams.

Company info

Telephone: [phone]

Location: 1st Floor, Midas House
62 Goldsworth Rd
Woking
Surrey
GU21 6LQ
GB

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