At a Glance
- Tasks: Prepare accounts, manage audits, and build client relationships in a dynamic team.
- Company: A forward-thinking firm that values your contributions and offers a supportive environment.
- Benefits: Hybrid working, 25 days holiday, competitive salary, and regular social events.
- Other info: Enjoy real progression opportunities and a genuinely enjoyable workplace culture.
- Why this job: Gain hands-on experience with diverse clients and take ownership of your work.
- Qualifications: ACA or ACCA qualified with strong audit experience; willingness to learn is key.
This is an opportunity for an experienced Audit & Accounts Senior to join a firm that offers a different approach to practice life. You will be part of a close-knit team where your contribution is recognised, while still working with a varied client base and the technical challenges you would expect from a larger firm. The role offers excellent variety, with involvement across audit, accounts, and advisory work, as well as regular interaction with Partners and business owners. For someone looking to move away from a more corporate environment and take greater ownership of their work, this provides the chance to develop, build strong client relationships, and progress based on ability and ambition.
The variety here is something you will not find easily elsewhere. You will work across audit and accounts for a broad portfolio of owner-managed businesses, covering multiple sectors and countries. These are clients who come to the firm not just for compliance work but for real business guidance, and you will be part of those conversations. You will work closely with partners day to day and take an active role in bringing on the junior members of the team.
Key responsibilities:- Preparation of accounts for statutory, management and ad hoc requirements
- Planning, budgeting and finalising audit files, managing the process through to completion
- Working as part of the team to hit deadlines and make sure clients get a great experience
- Delegating and reviewing the work of trainees and supporting their development
- Spotting opportunities to add value for clients and challenging existing approaches where it makes sense
- Supporting managers and partners across their portfolios and on ad hoc projects
- Building trusted relationships with clients and being part of the bigger picture conversations
The successful Audit & Accounts Senior will have:
- ACA or ACCA qualified
- Strong audit experience, though a genuine willingness to learn will be considered
- Experience taking audit and accounts assignments from planning through to completion
- Working knowledge of accounting software, Xero, QuickBooks or IRIS is helpful but not essential
- Good analytical skills and a practical, commercial approach to work
- Strong communication skills, written and in person
- Comfortable working on your own as well as part of a team
- Well organised with the ability to juggle competing deadlines
- Proactive and keen to take ownership
Audit & Accounts Senior in Guildford employer: Howett Thorpe
Howett Thorpe is an excellent employer, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises employee well-being and professional growth. With a generous holiday allowance, competitive pension, and flexible working options, employees are empowered to thrive both personally and professionally in the vibrant town of Farnham. Join a dedicated team committed to fostering positive change and making a meaningful impact across multiple sites.
