Audit and Accounts Senior - Corby Audit & Accounts

An Audit and Accounts Senior is being sought to join and complement the current Corby office audit team. The team is growing in response to an expanding and more demanding client base and this is an excellent opportunity to join this friendly, vibrant and dynamic business.

This is a varied role that will include overseeing and undertaking a 50/50 split of audit and accounts work, both in the office and at client premises, giving the successful candidate a wide range of experience across both disciplines.

The firm advises businesses ranging from large corporations to small family companies. In addition to commercial companies in service and manufacturing industries, we also deal with professional partnerships, financial services, entrepreneurs and charities. Our diverse client base and the breadth of services we offer means the successful candidate will gain a broad experience across a range of business sectors alongside an in-depth insight as to how business operates.

THE INDIVIDUAL

We seek a passionate and enthusiastic individual with at least two years’ experience in the delivery of external audit and accounting services. Ideally the applicant will have experience of conducting and completing audit engagements across a wide range of clients, both carrying out this work and overseeing and reporting on the work of others.

The successful candidate must be able to demonstrate a commitment to delivering a first class service to clients, and the ability to work as part of a team.

A driving licence and access to transport is essential as the role involves regular travel to client premises across Cambridgeshire and surrounding areas.

RESPONSIBILITIES

You will work with a varied portfolio of clients across a broad range of business sectors, including owner managed businesses, limited companies, corporate groups, as well as charities, and not-for-profits.

Must be eligible to work in the UK without any restrictions.

• Leading audits from planning to completion, reporting to managers and partners
• Overseeing all aspects of the audit fieldwork and completion
• Completing audits with minimal supervision, to deadline and on budget
• Coaching and mentoring junior team members
• Ensuring compliance with all regulatory requirements
• Presenting results to managers and agree commercially viable audit recommendations and business actions to address areas of risk
• Supervising and reviewing the work of more junior audit staff both on audits and in the office
• Attending post audit client meetings
• There will be some accounting work involved (preparing management accounts and financial statements, drafting tax computations) in the role (up to 50%) so accounts experience is preferred.

AUDIT

• Lead audit fieldwork teams both in office and at clients
• Attend client’s premises to conduct audit fieldwork
• Design and perform tests using Caseware software
• Follow instructions of audit manager
• Adapt audit programme with manager input to best suit client’s needs
• Demonstrate a detailed understanding of the International Standards on Auditing (ISAs) and provide guidance to trainees
• Assist with audit planning and attend audit planning meetings
• Lead finalisation of audit including preparation of accounts and tax computation
• Write report to identify audit findings to manager in a timely manner
• Be responsible for completion of the audit file in preparation for manager review and respond to review points raised
• Lead the team to ensure deadlines are met
• Monitor budgeted time allocated for the audit and notify the manager if the audit will go over the set timeframe
• Communicate confidently with client throughout the audit
• Act as three way communication of audit progress and any issues with client, manager and audit team

ACCOUNTS

• Prepare accounts for supervisor/manager’s review and approval to include:
• Production of lead schedules to agree to accounts disclosures
• Production and reconciliation of control accounts
• Collation of appropriate evidence to support figures in the account
• Prepare sole trader/company tax computations
• Raise relevant and coherent queries to assist with supervisor/manager review
• Liaise and communicate with portfolio holder and client

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide constructive feedback to line manager regarding processes and procedures
• Save all correspondence with clients in the document management system
• Be up-to-date with the firm’s policies and procedures and comply with them at all times
• Complete timesheets accurately on a daily basis
• Take on any other duties appropriate as and when required
• Assist with mentoring duties for junior members of staff
• Be aware of the firm’s risk management and practice assurance procedures and ensure compliance

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Qualified with either ACCA or ACA

• At least three years’ UK accountancy practice experience

• Knowledge of FRS 102

• Competent knowledge of the Microsoft Office software

• Competent knowledge of accounts software

• Ability to deliver accurate work to deadlines and under pressure with good time management skills

• Demonstrate a commitment to delivering a first class service to clients, and the ability to work as part of a team

• Excellent customer service and communications skills, both written and verbally.

• You must have the right to live and work permanently in the UK. We are unable to provide sponsorship for overseas workers.

A driving licence and access to transport is essential as the majority of the audits are conducted at the client’s premises.

ROLE REPORTS TO

Audit Manager and/or Partners.

SALARY / BENEFITS

What we can offer you:

• A dynamic and varied workload and excellent prospects for progression
• Salary £45,000 plus depending upon experience. Salary is reviewed annually
• Extensive internal and on-the-job training
• Paid overtime or time off in lieu
• 25 days annual leave in addition to statutory bank holidays
• Life assurance cover of four times salary
• Eligibility for the firm’s annual bonus scheme
• Ongoing Learning and Development through one-to-one mentoring and the Moore Global platform to develop soft skills as well as technical knowledge
• Social events including Christmas party and Summer BBQ
• Charity fundraising to help support the local community

THE ORGANISATION

Moore is a fast-growing, top 15 accounting and advisory network, with offices throughout the UK and members across the globe. In the East Midlands firm, we have offices in Corby, Northampton and Peterborough.

We offer a complete solution for businesses and individuals. As well as the usual services of accounts, tax advice and audits we also offer a complete payroll service, strategic business planning, corporate finance, inheritance tax planning and much more.

OUR COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY

Moore East Midlands is committed to promoting equality and diversity. We work hard to make sure that everyone is treated fairly and that everyone’s contribution is valued. We actively encourage everyone to reach and fulfil their own potential regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation or background.