At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead audit assignments and ensure high-quality client service.
- Company: Join a regional firm of Chartered Accountants in Chesterfield.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible working hours, and 25 days holiday.
- Other info: Enjoy regular social events and staff incentives.
- Why this job: Make an impact by leading audits and developing your career.
- Qualifications: ACA or ACCA qualified with audit experience.
The predicted salary is between 40000 - 45000 £ per year.
In order to make an application, simply read through the following job description and make sure to attach relevant documents. We are recruiting for an Audit & Accounts Senior to join a regional firm of Chartered Accountants based in Chesterfield. The role involves providing effective support to directors and managers, ensuring work is completed to a high technical standard, deadlines are met and strong client service is maintained. You will take responsibility for leading audit assignments and completing accounting work in line with the firm's procedures.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead audit fieldwork assignments, including planning, budgeting and organising work prior to commencement.
- Complete audit testing on key risk areas and liaise with clients to resolve queries, escalating complex matters where required.
- Review work completed by trainees to ensure it is ready for manager/director review.
- Work to internal and external deadlines, ensuring files are completed to the required standard.
- Prepare statutory financial statements (primarily under UK GAAP) and draft tax computations.
- Provide coaching and constructive feedback to junior team members.
- Maintain a high standard of client care and communication.
- Assist with billing processes and monitoring recoveries.
- Ensure compliance with the firm's quality assurance procedures.
- Identify opportunities for additional services and begin developing external networks.
Skills & Experience
- ACA or ACCA qualified.
- Experience planning and leading external audits within an accountancy practice.
- Good technical knowledge, including FRS 102 (Charities SORP experience beneficial).
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
- Experience using audit software (MyWorkpapers advantageous).
Benefits
- Salary: £40,000 - £45,000, depending on experience.
- 36.25 hours per week, Monday - Friday (09:00 - 17:30), with travel required for audit work.
- Flexible working around core office hours (10:30 - 16:00).
- 25 days holiday plus bank holidays.
- Payment of professional memberships.
- Health Cash Plan (Level 1).
- Life Assurance (4x salary).
- Staff incentives including client referral scheme and review rewards.
- Staff discounts on Wills, LPAs and residential mortgages.
- Regular social events, including summer and Christmas functions.
Full time Accounts Senior in Cawthorne employer: SI Recruitment
Join a dynamic regional firm of Chartered Accountants in Chesterfield, where we prioritise employee growth and a supportive work culture. As an Accounts Senior, you'll benefit from flexible working hours, a competitive salary, and opportunities for professional development, all while being part of a team that values high standards of client service and collaboration. Enjoy regular social events and a range of staff incentives that make our workplace not just a job, but a rewarding career.
