Audit & Accounts Senior
Overview
We are recruiting for a qualified or qualified by experience Audit & Accounts Senior to join our audit department. The successful candidate will work closely with partners and managers to deliver statutory audit and accounts preparation services, while supervising and supporting junior members of the team.
We are a well‑established firm working with businesses in the UK and around the world, offering a collaborative working environment and excellent opportunities for career progression.
In return, we offer a competitive salary and strong career development opportunities within the firm.
Key Responsibilities
- Planning and delivering audit and accounts assignments
- Planning assignments in conjunction with the client partner or manager
- Involvement with some of the firm’s largest and most complex engagements
- Supervising junior staff during audits and reviewing their work
- Delivering completed audit files to the assignment manager or partner in a timely manner
- Managing client communications in a professional and effective manner
- Proactively monitoring chargeability and assignment budgets
- Coaching and supporting team members to improve performance and technical development
Experience
- Audit work for owner‑managed businesses, SME private companies and groups (UK and international), including planning, budgeting, identifying key risks, developing audit plans and executing audits
- Knowledge of current auditing standards and methodologies including analytical review, documentation of systems and controls, and sampling techniques
- Preparing statutory company accounts under UK GAAP
- Experience with specialist sectors such as charities, solicitors and LLPs
- Experience preparing and auditing consolidated accounts
- Supervising audit teams and reviewing their work
- Preparing budgets and monitoring time against budget
Knowledge of IFRS would be advantageous but is not essential.
Qualifications
- ACA / ACCA qualified, or
- Qualified by experience (QBE)
Skills & Attributes
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Strong attention to detail
- A genuine interest in owner‑managed businesses
- Good commercial awareness
- Ability to manage multiple deadlines and prioritise effectively
- Strong interpersonal and team‑working skills
Personal Qualities
- Enthusiastic with a positive and proactive attitude
- Adaptable and flexible
- Personable and approachable
- Professional and courteous in all interactions
How to Apply
If you would like to be considered for this position, please send your CV to:
Paras Shah – paras.shah@glazers.co.uk