Audit Supervisor - London

Xeinadin Group; London; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Audit Supervisor to lead audit engagements and manage teams in London. This role offers the chance to ensure compliance with auditing standards while mentoring junior staff. The ideal candidate will possess ACA or ACCA qualifications and strong knowledge of UK auditing standards. Join a forward-thinking company that values collaboration and professional growth, where you can make a significant impact in delivering high-quality audits across various sectors.

Benefits

Company Pension Scheme

25 days of annual leave + bank holidays

Life Assurance x4 annual salary

Enhanced family leave policies

Employee Assistance Programme - 24/7 support

Corporate Discounts Platform

Qualifications

• Qualified ACA or ACCA with strong knowledge of UK auditing standards.
• Experience in an audit-focused role within an accountancy practice.

Responsibilities

• Lead audit assignments from planning to completion, ensuring quality standards.
• Manage and mentor junior auditors, providing feedback and support.

Skills

UK auditing standards

Analytical skills

Client relationship management

Problem-solving abilities

Education

ACA qualification

ACCA qualification

Job description

Vacancy Name
Audit Supervisor - London

Vacancy No
VN978

Employment Type
Permanent

Duration
N/A

Location City
London

Location Country
United Kingdom

Company Description
Xeinadin was established in 2019 when more than 100 successful, independent, business advisory and accountancy practices across the UK and Ireland came together to re-imagine the future of accountancy. Our collective mission to provide locally forged, trusted business advice to SMEs through forward-thinking, close-knit relationships remains pivotal to our growth. It is our people who help drive our business forward, and we offer them future-focused career opportunities whilst supporting the individual specialisms. Our regional offices of over 1800 colleagues operate in collaboration across the Group, combining collective expertise to maximise our people's potential. As part of one Xeinadin, our colleagues are able to draw on expertise and support from across our UK, Ireland and central teams, as well as benefitting from being a part of their local communities.

Description
The Audit Supervisor plays a key role in leading audit engagements, managing teams, and ensuring high-quality audits for clients across various sectors. They work closely with managers and partners to maintain compliance with accounting and auditing standards while mentoring junior team members. The role requires a quality focused individual who is organised, and deadline driven.

Key Responsibilities
• Lead audit assignments from planning through to completion, maintaining high-quality standards.
• Ensure audit files contain all necessary documentation, properly organised in the appropriate sections.
• Address client queries promptly and professionally, promoting loyalty and trust.
• Identify and understand client needs, offering tailored solutions and executing them effectively.
• Manage and mentor junior auditors, reviewing their work and providing constructive feedback.
• Maintain high standards of audit quality in line with regulatory requirements.
• Develop skills and knowledge relevant to a full range of clients and utilise that knowledge to deliver a great service and to develop colleagues.
• Support business development by identifying opportunities for additional client services.
• Develop own and team members systems knowledge and expertise to improve utilisation.
• Communicate challenges, opportunities, and ideas for improvement to Managers to improve working practices.
• Deliver the Xeinadin vision and values.
• Represent the firm internally and externally a professional manner through appearance, conduct and attitude.

Key Requirements
• ACA or ACCA qualification.
• Strong knowledge of UK auditing standards.
• Experience in an audit-focused role within an accountancy practice.

Additional Requirements
• Supervisory or leadership experience is desirable.
• Excellent communication and client relationship management.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple engagements and deadlines.

Model
Hybrid

Salary
Competitive

Benefits
• Company Pension Scheme
• 25 days of annual leave + bank holidays
• Additional annual leave days from certain levels of seniority
• Ability to buy up to 5 days of annual leave to reach a maximum of 30 days per annum
• Business closure over Christmas*
• Life Assurance x4 annual salary
• Enhanced family leave policies
• Enhanced Company Sick Pay
• Employee Assistance Programme - 24/7 support, free and confidential
• Corporate Discounts Platform

Flexible Benefits platform with ability to opt-in to various insurances (level of seniority dependent & self-funded at corporate rates) such as:
• PMI single or family
• Critical Illness Cover
• Cash plan
• Cycle to work
• Eye care
• Dental
*subject to exceptions and business needs

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