Job Title: Senior Audit Associate
Location: Central London
Salary: £40,000 - £50,000
The Opportunity
A well-respected, medium-sized, ACCA registered audit firm in Central London who are part of a global network are looking for a Senior Audit Associate to join its growing audit practice. The firm is known for its technical expertise and strong client relationships and offers a diverse range of services to a varied client base.
This is an excellent step up for a technically strong audit professional who wants more ownership of assignments, more direct client and partner exposure and a clear route to Assistant Manager and beyond.
The Role
- Take day-to-day responsibility for a varied portfolio of audit clients, driving assignments from planning through fieldwork to completion
- Deliver audits within agreed budgets and deadlines and act as an initial point of contact for clients
- Work closely with managers and partners to ensure audit quality, timely completion and excellent client service
- Handle technical matters on your assignments, escalating complex issues and reviewing audit files to a high standard
- Monitor work in progress against budget and flag potential problems to managers or partners early
- Supervise, coach and review the work of junior team members, acting as a mentor and role model
- Engage with client stakeholders on technical and audit judgement matters
- Build your knowledge of client sectors and technical areas
- Contribute to business development by supporting proposals and spotting opportunities for new work
About you
- ACCA or ACA qualified, or a finalist close to qualifying
- 2+ years' audit experience in practice, ideally in a mid-tier or higher firm
- Strong technical knowledge of UK GAAP / FRS 102, IFRS and auditing standards
- Experience leading fieldwork and supervising junior colleagues
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Able to stay calm and in control under pressure while keeping deadlines in view
- A proactive approach, with an eye for opportunities to add value for clients and the firm
What's on offer
- A competitive salary and benefits package, negotiable based on experience
- A clear path to progression, with significant opportunities for career development
- Ongoing training and professional development support
- A supportive, inclusive and forward-thinking environment that promotes work-life balance
- The chance to be part of a growing audit practice within a well-respected firm