Audit Senior - Reed : Job Details

REED Practice are currently working with a top 50 practice that has been operating for over 20 years based in Derby. Due to increased demand and accelerated growth, they are currently seeking and Audit Senior to add to their experienced team. As an Audit Senior, you will play a crucial role in overseeing audit projects, ensuring accuracy, and maintaining high standards of financial compliance.

The Ideal Candidate:

• Qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA), we will also consider part qualified.
• Recent audit experience in a practice environment, experience of leading external audit assignments from planning to completion stages. Experience of FRS102 is essential.
• Strong communication skills with senior staff and clients
• Motivated to take responsibility for a task with an organised and methodical approach to workload
• Able to hit deadlines and prioritise competing demands on time and budgets
• Excellent attention to detail
• Confident user of Microsoft Office – intermediate/advanced Excel user. Prior knowledge of IRIS Accountancy software an advantage
• Car owner and in possession of a full UK valid driving licence

Summary of Key Tasks

• Planning, completion and finalisation of audit / accounts preparation assignments, in accordance with internal processes, being completed to a high quality and on a timely basis
• Preparation and finalisation of financial statements and tax computations
• Presentation of files to Business Advisor and Director for review, in line with agreed time schedules
• Preparation and monitoring of audit assignment budgets
• Setting objectives for junior audit staff and supervising them on site, including some on-the-job training
• Reviewing audit work completed by junior audit staff and providing helpful feedback to them, to assist with their development
• Ensuring that Business Advisors and Directors are kept up to date in respect of the progress of work
• Developing and maintaining good working relationships with clients
• Taking responsibility for own CPD to ensure up to date with industry developments

Does this sound like you? Then go on ahead and apply!!