Senior Accounts & Audit Lead — Career Growth

ACCA Careers; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Permanent role

Near Maidstone location

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

ACCA Careers is seeking an Accounts and Audit Senior to lead audit and accounting assignments for a diverse client base in the professional services sector near Maidstone. You will plan and manage engagements, ensure regulatory compliance, and deliver high-quality financial statements.

You will mentor junior staff, provide guidance on tax matters, foster client relationships, and collaborate with other departments to deliver integrated services.

Qualifications

• Must have professional accounting qualifications (AAT, ACA, ACCA or equivalent).
• Strong knowledge of UK accounting standards and tax regulations.
• Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with accounting software and Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Lead audit assignments from planning through to completion, ensuring compliance with regulations.
• Prepare financial statements and management reports for clients.
• Support with personal and corporate tax returns.
• Supervise and mentor junior team members to support their professional development.
• Review and finalise work completed by junior staff to ensure accuracy and quality.
• Provide technical advice and guidance to clients on accounting and tax matters.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships to foster trust and long-term partnerships.
• Assist in identifying opportunities for process improvements within the department.
• Collaborate with other departments to deliver integrated services to clients.

Skills

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Accounting software

Microsoft Office

UK accounting standards knowledge

Education

Professional accounting qualifications (AAT/ACA/ACCA)

Tools

Accounting software

Microsoft Excel

Job description

ACCA Careers is seeking an Accounts and Audit Senior to lead audit and accounting assignments for a diverse client base in the professional services sector near Maidstone. You will plan and manage engagements, ensure regulatory compliance, and deliver high-quality financial statements.

You will mentor junior staff, provide guidance on tax matters, foster client relationships, and collaborate with other departments to deliver integrated services.