Senior Audit Lead - Corporate Services

Ellacotts Accountants; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Ellacotts Accountants in Birmingham is seeking an ACA or ACCA qualified accountant to lead high-quality audit assignments in the Corporate Services team. The role involves planning, delivering audits, supervising junior team members, and ensuring compliant, efficient services.

The successful candidate will have strong analytical capabilities and experience in audit and accounts within a practice environment. Excellent communication skills and a professional manner are essential for fostering relationships with clients and adhering to high standards.

Qualifications

• Essential: Recent audit and accounts experience within a practice environment.
• Desirable: Experience of leading assignments and supervising junior staff.

Responsibilities

• Plan, complete and supervise audit assignments at client sites.
• Identify audit risks and escalate issues to the Partner or Manager.
• Assist with higher-level technical audit and related compliance work.

Skills

Strong audit planning

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Strong IT skills

Communication skills

Active listening skills

Education

ACA or ACCA qualified

Degree or equivalent relevant experience

Tools

Inflo

MWP

Xero

Job description

Ellacotts Accountants in Birmingham is seeking an ACA or ACCA qualified accountant to lead high-quality audit assignments in the Corporate Services team. The role involves planning, delivering audits, supervising junior team members, and ensuring compliant, efficient services.

The successful candidate will have strong analytical capabilities and experience in audit and accounts within a practice environment. Excellent communication skills and a professional manner are essential for fostering relationships with clients and adhering to high standards.