Audit Trainee

Reckoner Audit Limited; Marlow; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading professional services firm in Marlow is seeking an Audit Trainee to support high-quality accounting and audit services. The role involves assisting with financial audits, preparing audit files, and interacting with clients. Ideal candidates have a degree in finance or accounting, some experience, and are pursuing ACCA qualification. A clean UK driving licence is essential for client site visits. This role offers professional growth and development opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Support towards ACCA qualification

Collaborative company culture

Qualifications

• 0-6 months of practical experience in an audit role or exposure to financial services.
• Pursuing ACCA qualification or recent ACCA affiliate status.
• Full, clean UK driving licence required.

Responsibilities

• Assisting in the execution of financial and accounting audits.
• Preparing audit files under guidance.
• Liaising with clients to collect financial information.
• Providing support in the preparation of audit reports.
• Collaborating with audit team to ensure work is completed on time.

Skills

Strong attention to detail

Excellent analytical skills

Good written and verbal communication skills

Teamwork

Ability to work independently

Education

Degree in finance, accounting, or related field

Job description

Overview

About Reckoner Audit Limited Reckoner Audit Limited is a leading firm in the Professional Services industry, known for its strong reputation and commitment to delivering top-tier accounting and audit services. With a diverse range of clients across various sectors, we pride ourselves on providing tailored, high-quality solutions to meet the unique needs of each client. We are now looking to expand our team with an enthusiastic Audit Trainee to help deliver our services and grow with us.

Job Description

As an Audit Trainee, you will play an integral role in supporting the delivery of high-quality accounting and audit services across a variety of industries. This role involves both office-based tasks in Marlow and potential on-site client visits, providing you with valuable exposure to a wide variety of business operations. You will have the opportunity to work closely with clients, develop your technical skills, and contribute to the efficient running of the audit team.

Key Responsibilities

• Assisting in the execution of financial and accounting audits, both on-site and in the office.
• Preparing audit files under the guidance of senior team members.
• Liaising with clients on-site to collect relevant financial information and documentation.
• Providing support in the preparation of audit reports, offering insight and suggestions for improving financial processes and controls.
• Collaborating with the audit team to ensure work is completed on time and to high standards.
• Continuing to develop industry knowledge and technical expertise through practical experience and training.
• Maintaining professionalism and integrity in all client interactions and tasks.

Candidate Profile

We are looking for an individual who is eager to develop in the audit profession and is ready to contribute to our team’s success. The ideal candidate will have:

• A solid academic background, ideally with a degree in finance, accounting, or a related field.
• Some practical experience in an audit role (0-6 months) or exposure to financial services would be beneficial.
• Pursuing ACCA qualification or recent ACCA affiliate status.
• Strong attention to detail and excellent analytical skills.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team and independently when required.
• A full, clean UK driving licence is essential, as this role may require travel to client sites.

What We Offer

• A competitive salary in line with the market.
• A supportive and collaborative company culture.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development, with support towards your ACCA qualification with study support (paid leaves & exam fee).
• Exposure to clients from a variety of sectors, offering a wide range of opportunities for professional experience.
• The chance to work in a dynamic environment with a forward-thinking team, including on-site client interactions that will enhance your learning and career progression.