Public Sector Audit Executive

Bishop Fleming; Bath; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A renowned audit and advisory firm is seeking Qualified or Part Qualified auditors to join their Public Sector Audit team in Bath, offering hybrid work options. The role involves leading audits, building client relationships, and coaching trainees. Ideal candidates will possess ACA/ACCA qualifications and experience in public sector assignments. The firm values flexibility and inclusivity, providing numerous development opportunities for its staff.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Hybrid working

Contributory pension scheme

Life assurance

Health cashback plan

Perkbox discounts

Employee wellbeing app

Social events

Development opportunities

Qualifications

• Must have a full driving license and reliable transport.
• Experience in Public Sector audit assignments is required.
• Ability to develop and coach trainees.

Responsibilities

• Lead and execute audits from planning to completion.
• Build strong relationships with clients.
• Develop and coach junior staff.

Skills

Excellent communication

Attention to detail

Team player

Education

ACA/ACCA Qualified or Part Qualified

Job description

About the Role

We are looking to recruit a number of talented Qualified or Part Qualified auditors to join our rapidly expanding Public Sector Audit team. This role offers hybrid working, with options to work from the office, from home or from client sites to provide the right balance of flexibility and excellent client service. The role provides opportunities to develop into a future leader of the business and to participate in activities that support progression to Manager, including involvement in business development and management development training.

You will work with a broad range of clients including local authorities, NHS trusts, Fire and Police authorities and more. Acting as a business advisor, you will contribute to the success of your client's business.

Responsibilities

• Leading and executing audits and other assurance engagements from planning to completion
• Building strong relationships with clients and ensuring a quality service is delivered
• Developing and coaching trainees to become accomplished business advisors

Requirements / Qualifications

• ACA/ACCA Qualified or Part Qualified (or equivalent) – full study support available if required
• Experience taking responsibility for a range of Public Sector audit assignments
• Excellent communicator who enjoys building relationships with clients
• Well organised with strong attention to detail
• A real team player who wants to contribute to Bishop Fleming
• Able to access transport and have a full driving licence

Additional Information

We welcome applicants seeking flexible working arrangements, including working from home or part time, to accommodate parent or carer responsibilities, further studies and activities outside of work. We are committed to an inclusive working environment where everyone is given equal opportunity to reach their full potential. We support a culture where people are valued and treated with respect, and differences are understood and celebrated. As part of our recruitment process and our commitment to safe and compliant working practices, background checks will include verification of references, confirmation of right to work in the UK, and, where applicable, a standard or enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Further details will be provided during the recruitment process.

Why Bishop Fleming

Bishop Fleming is an award-winning and certified Great Place to Work provider of Audit, Accountancy, Tax and Advisory services in the South West and West Midlands. With a turnover of £48m, the firm has grown significantly and is the largest provider of audit services to multi-academy trusts in the academy sector. We are a member of Kreston Global, a global network of independent accounting firms in more than 100 countries. We have nine offices, over 47 partners and over 500 people, providing full-service expertise to owner-managed businesses, SMEs, large businesses, schools, not-for-profit and public sector organisations, and private clients.

We offer a range of benefits including:

• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays plus Christmas off
• Hybrid working
• A contributory Pension scheme
• Life assurance
• Simply Health cashback plan including access to 24/7 online GP service and counselling services
• Perkbox discounts and rewards platform with over 4,000 perks and discounts
• Yulife employee wellbeing app
• Social events with active social committees
• Numerous opportunities for development