At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead audit assignments and prepare statutory accounts while building strong client relationships.
- Company: Respected accountancy practice in the West End with a focus on quality service.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, direct client exposure, and a supportive team environment.
- Other info: Enjoy a varied portfolio of audits in a collaborative office-based setting.
- Why this job: Join a traditional firm where your expertise makes a real difference to clients.
- Qualifications: ACA or ACCA qualified with strong external audit experience.
The predicted salary is between 40500 - 49500 £ per year.
A long-established and highly respected accountancy practice in West End is seeking an experienced Audit & Accounts Senior to join its growing team. This is an excellent opportunity to join a traditional, relationship-focused firm that has built a strong reputation for delivering high-quality audit, accounting and advisory services to a loyal client base. The role offers significant client exposure and the opportunity to work closely with partners across a varied portfolio of owner-managed businesses, SMEs and corporate clients.
The Role
This position is approximately 80% audit and 20% accounts, making it ideal for someone who enjoys managing external audit assignments while maintaining involvement in accounts preparation and client advisory work.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead audit assignments from planning through to completion.
- Conduct risk assessments and develop effective audit strategies.
- Review audit work, prepare reports and present findings to clients.
- Build and maintain strong client relationships, acting as a trusted advisor.
- Liaise directly with partners and clients throughout the audit process.
- Prepare statutory accounts under UK GAAP and FRS 102.
- Prepare and review working papers and financial statements.
- Assist with corporation tax computations and returns.
- Respond to client accounting and compliance queries.
- Liaise with HMRC and other regulatory bodies when required.
About You
- ACA or ACCA qualified.
- Strong external audit experience gained within an accountancy practice.
- Experience leading audits and managing client relationships.
- Good technical knowledge of UK GAAP and FRS 102.
- Confident communicator with a professional and proactive approach.
- Experience with CCH, Caseware, MyWorkpapers and/or Mercia would be advantageous but is not essential.
What's on Offer
- Salary of £48,000 - £50,000 depending on experience.
- Opportunity to join an established and well-regarded practice.
- Direct exposure to partners and clients.
- Varied and interesting portfolio of audit assignments.
- Supportive and collaborative team environment.
- Fully office-based role, Monday to Friday.
- Working hours: 9:30am - 5:30pm.
If you are an experienced Audit Senior looking to join a stable, traditional practice where quality client service remains at the heart of what they do, we would be pleased to hear from you.
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