Mellis Blue is seeking a knowledgeable and experienced Audit & Accounts Manager for a permanent position based in Bedfordshire.
Hybrid working available, as well as an extensive benefits package
Role Overview
The role involves managing a varied portfolio of audit and non-audit clients, overseeing the delivery of high-quality statutory accounts and audit assignments, and leading, developing, and mentoring junior team members. This is a key role within the firm, offering exposure to a broad client base and clear opportunities for progression.
Key Responsibilities
Client Management
- Manage a diverse portfolio of audit (where applicable) and accounts clients, acting as the main point of contact, taking responsibility for.
Team/Resource planning
- Management of WIP and billing (in accordance with our internal KPIs)
- Efficient use of IT resources available.
- Client onboarding, engagement, and disengagement in conjunction with the admin team.
- Build and maintain strong client relationships, providing a high level of service and technical support
- Identify opportunities for additional services and assist partners with business development
Accounts
- Review statutory accounts prepared under UK GAAP (FRS 102 and FRS 105) and, where applicable, IFRS
- Resolve technical accounting issues, escalating complex matters where appropriate
- Ensure accounts are completed efficiently, within budget, and to a high technical standard
- Ensure that files are complete and delivered to the Directors in a timely manner to enable Director review prior to client meetings
- Ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards, ethical requirements, and internal firm procedures
- Contribute to accounts quality initiatives
- Keep up to date with changes in accounting and regulatory standards
Audit
- Plan, manage, and review statutory audit assignments from planning through to completion
- Resolve technical auditing issues, escalating complex matters where appropriate
- Ensure that files are complete and delivered to the Directors in a timely manner to enable Director review prior to fieldwork commencing (planning) and client meetings (completion)
- Ensure compliance with UK auditing standards, ethical requirements, and internal firm procedures
- Contribute to audit quality initiatives and support internal and external monitoring visits
- Keep up to date with changes in accounting, auditing, and regulatory standards
Qualifications & Experience
- ACA or ACCA qualified (or equivalent)
- Minimum of 2 years post-qualification experience in a UK accountancy practice, including audit
- Strong technical knowledge of UK GAAP and UK auditing standards
- Experience managing multiple clients and deadlines
- Proven ability to review and manage statutory accounts and audit assignments
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Experience with staff development and performance management (desirable)
- Familiarity with accounting and audit software such as IRIS, CaseWare, or similar (desirable)
Benefits
- This role offers a competitive salary alongside a benefits package, flexible working options, and clear pathways for professional development.
Join a supportive and collaborative team committed to ongoing technical training and career growth, where your expertise in UK GAAP and auditing will be valued and expanded. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced audit professional looking to advance their career within a dynamic and forward-thinking practice
Audit & Accounts Manager in Luton employer: Mellis Blue Limited
Joining our well-established firm of accountants in Harrow means becoming part of a supportive and professional environment where your expertise as a Senior Bookkeeper will be valued. With a competitive salary package and clear pathways for career progression, you will have the opportunity to lead a team while managing a diverse portfolio of clients. Our commitment to maintaining high standards and fostering employee growth makes us an excellent employer for those seeking meaningful and rewarding work.
