Part-Qualified Auditor (Charities) – Full Time – Chichester

Catering; Chichester; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Study Support

Holiday Allowance

Hybrid Working

Flexible Hours

Career Development

Team Events

Supportive Environment

Competitive Package

Meaningful Work

Job summary

TPF Recruitment is assisting a leading accountancy practice in their search for a Part Qualified Accountant to join the Audit team, with a focus on the Charity and Not for Profit sector in Chichester.

You will support audit planning, execution and completion, assist with financial statement preparation and work closely with clients to gather information and resolve queries, developing strong technical foundations in a specialist sector.

Qualifications

• Fully AAT qualified or part qualified ACA or ACCA.
• Strong interest in audit and the charity and not-for-profit sector.
• Good understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting.
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational ability.
• Confident communicator with good interpersonal skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and accounting software.
• Previous audit experience would be advantageous.
• Experience working with charity or not-for-profit clients would be beneficial.
• Knowledge of charity accounting frameworks such as SORP would be desirable.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning, execution and completion of audit assignments.
• Prepare audit working papers in line with firm and regulatory standards.
• Support fieldwork including testing of controls and substantive procedures.
• Assist with preparation of financial statements and year end accounts.
• Ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards and charity regulations.
• Liaise with clients to gather information and resolve queries.
• Develop skills through on the job learning and feedback.

Skills

Part qualified ACA/ACCA

AAT qualification

MS Excel

Audit experience

Charity accounting knowledge

Communication skills

Education

AAT/ACA/ACCA - part qualification

Tools

Accounting software

Job description

TPF Recruitment, we are proud to be supporting a leading accountancy practice in their search for a Part Qualified Accountant to join their Audit team, with a focus on the Charity and Not for Profit sector.

This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated and detail oriented part qualified professional to develop their audit experience while working with organisations that deliver real social impact. You will gain exposure to a varied charity client base and be supported by experienced senior team members as you progress your studies and career.

The firm is a well established and respected practice with a strong reputation for delivering high quality audit, assurance and advisory services. With a supportive and collaborative culture, they offer structured development, study support and meaningful client work within the Charity and Not for Profit sector.

As Part Qualified Accountant in the Audit team, you will support the delivery of audit assignments from planning through to completion, assist with financial statement preparation and year end accounts, and work closely with clients to gather information and resolve queries. This is a fantastic opportunity to build strong technical foundations and develop your career in a specialist sector.

Key Responsibilities

Audit and Technical Delivery

• Assist in the planning, execution and completion of audit assignments
• Prepare audit working papers in line with firm and regulatory standards
• Support fieldwork including testing of controls and substantive procedures
• Assist with preparation of financial statements and year end accounts
• Ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards and charity regulations

Client Management

• Liaise with clients to gather information and resolve queries
• Support senior team members in maintaining strong client relationships
• Communicate professionally and effectively with client stakeholders

Team Management

• Work collaboratively with senior auditors and managers
• Take direction from senior team members and contribute positively to team delivery
• Support a culture of teamwork, accuracy and shared responsibility
• Develop skills through on the job learning and feedback

Portfolio and Delivery Support

• Support delivery across a varied portfolio of charity and not for profit clients
• Ensure audit work is completed accurately and within deadlines
• Maintain strong attention to detail across all assignments
• Contribute to high quality service delivery across the audit team

Business Development and Expansion

• Develop awareness of the Charity and Not for Profit sector
• Build knowledge and understanding of audit processes and client service delivery
• Support the wider team in maintaining a high quality client experience

RequirementsSkills and Experience Required

• Fully AAT qualified or part qualified ACA or ACCA
• Strong interest in audit and the charity and not for profit sector
• Good understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational ability
• Confident communicator with good interpersonal skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and accounting software
• Previous audit experience would be advantageous
• Experience working with charity or not for profit clients would be beneficial
• Knowledge of charity accounting frameworks such as SORP would be desirable

Benefits

The salary for this role is dependent on study stage and experience: £28,000 – £40,000

• Study Support: Full support towards professional qualifications.
• Holiday Allowance: 20 days annual leave plus Birthday Leave.
• Hybrid Working: Flexible hybrid working once established.
• Flexible Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00am to 5:30pm with flexible start and finish times.
• Career Development: Ongoing training and clear progression opportunities.
• Team Events: Regular staff socials and team activities.
• Supportive Environment: Collaborative and development focused culture.
• Competitive Package: Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Meaningful Work: Exposure to a varied and impactful client base.

Salary: £28000 – £40000/annum £28,000 – £40,000

Job Type: Permanent

Location: Chichester