Audit Senior Associate

KennedyPearce Consulting; Wokingham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

KennedyPearce Consulting in Wokingham is looking for an ambitious Audit Senior Associate to join their team. The role involves supervising and coaching junior staff while delivering audit assignments across various sectors. You will manage client relationships and contribute to the development of audit methodologies.

The ideal candidate is ACA or ACCA part-qualified with at least 2 years of UK audit experience. Strong communication and organizational skills are a must, along with a good understanding of UK GAAP.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of UK audit experience preferred.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments simultaneously.
• Experience in coaching junior team members.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coach a team of associates on audit engagements.
• Deliver audit assignments across a diverse portfolio.
• Build strong client relationships for effective delivery.

Skills

Coaching and developing junior staff

Excellent communication skills

Time management

Understanding of UK GAAP

Commercial awareness

Education

ACA or ACCA part-qualified

Job description

Are you an ambitious individual with a positive attitude and are ready for a new challenge, our Client is seeking an Audit Senior Associate to join their team based in Berkshire. The Audit Senior Associate would be a part qualified accountant who has experience coaching, developing and supervising junior staff. Has excellent communication skills and able to manage multiple deadlines.

Duties of the Audit Senior Associate include:

• Supervising and coaching a team of 2–3 associates on audit engagements across a diverse portfolio of clients, reporting directly to the management team.
• Delivering audit assignments across a wide range of sectors including technology, media, renewables, food & beverage, charities, leisure, retail and many others, providing broad and varied exposure.
• Working with clients ranging from early-stage businesses through to large groups with turnover in excess of £100m.
• Building strong client relationships and gaining a thorough understanding of clients’ businesses to support the efficient and effective delivery of audit engagements.
• Supporting the continued development of the audit department by contributing to audit methodology, process improvements and best practice initiatives.
• Training, mentoring and supervising junior team members, supporting their technical and professional development.
• Managing multiple assignments and competing priorities simultaneously, ensuring deadlines are met whilst maintaining a high standard of quality and attention to detail.

Requirements for the Audit Senior Associate include:

• ACA or ACCA part-qualified, with at least 2 years’ UK audit experience preferred.
• Experience coaching, developing and supervising junior members of staff.
• Strong working knowledge of UK GAAP and UK financial reporting requirements; exposure to IFRS would be advantageous.
• Good understanding of the regulatory and compliance environment applicable to audit, including anti-money laundering requirements.
• Strong organisational skills, with the ability to effectively manage multiple deadlines, prioritise workload and multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Commercial awareness with demonstrable knowledge of current economic and market trends.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build effective relationships with clients and colleagues.