Audit Senior

Audit Senior Job Vacancy

We are delighted to be representing a long established owner-managed accountancy firm in their search for an Audit Senior in Leeds to join their team and support the Audit Manager with the provision of audit for a portfolio of exciting clients.

This opportunity will suit someone who is ACA, ACCA, or CA qualified, or part qualified (or qualified by experience), with audit experience within an accountancy practice. You will be able to effectively communicate technical matters in an easy-to-understand way for clients and an elevated level of attention to detail will also be essential for this role. You’ll also need a good working knowledge of FRS102.

You’ll likely be working already as a Semi Senior looking for an exciting new challenge. Ideally, you’ll have experience of supporting and mentoring junior members of the team. You’ll be ready support the managers in creating a positive working environment, whilst ensuring the highest quality service is delivered. You’ll be able to accept autonomous responsibility to oversee projects to completion.

You’ll be really excited to know that this firm sees this role as just the beginning of the successful candidate’s future with them and that they have a great attitude towards flexible working.

We’re anticipating a lot of interest in this role so contact us without delay to make it yours.

Job Purpose

• Manage audits from planning to completion.
• Prepare and review general accounts.
• Support the Audit Managers to coach trainees?and support with their learning and development.
• Monitor client deadlines and ensure these are met.
• Monitor workflow of the team.
• Identify and assess risk.
• Able to work alongside and part of the senior management team and other sectors of the firm and support with company growth.
• Ability to identify services that will add value to your portfolio of clients.
• Confident in networking to promote the department.
• Playing an integral part in the efficiency of the audit team and championing the firm’s values within the team.
• Provide professional and personable client-facing communication skills.

About this firm

This reputable and thriving accountancy practice in Leeds will offer the successful candidate a truly supportive and flexible environment in which to thrive professionally.

The successful candidate will enjoy a fantastic opportunity and the chance to secure a bright future with this client whose portfolio of clients will offer a broad and varied workload.

They will be looking to offer the post holder the opportunity to become involved in business development too, so it presents a true opportunity to hone and develop your skills as a future leader at the highest level.

A genuinely exciting opportunity.

Employee Benefits

• £45,000 - £50,000 per annum.
• Flexible working opportunities.
• Generous holiday allowance.
• Contributory pension scheme.
• Full time, permanent role.
• Free parking.
• Professional development.
• Positive and supportive company culture.

The Successful Applicant

• ACA, ACCA or CA part or fully qualified or qualified by experience with audit experience within practice
• Self-motivated and reliable who is eager to progress
• Experience of Pension Schemes and Charity Accounts/Audit and SRA Accounts Rules audits is useful but not essential.
• Experience in audit, accounting and tax
• A drive to deliver technical knowledge as a point of call for the team
• Confident in reviewing processes and improving systems to boost efficiency
• Strong communication skills are essential, both verbal and written
• Commercial business acumen
• A full, clean, UK driving license.

About Public Practice Recruitment Ltd

Public Practice Recruitment Ltd recruits high-calibre accounting professionals at all levels for tax, accounts, and auditor jobs on both a permanent and temporary basis for accountancy firms.

Specialising solely in accountancy recruitment, Public Practice Recruitment Ltd regularly has new auditor jobs and accountancy jobs in Leeds and has a superb track record of meeting and exceeding expectations for accountants looking for their next accounting role.