This role will be varied and challenging, If you are looking for more responsibility now you are qualified this role and firm will definitely offer you the scope to do this. • Planning the audit and discussion of the audit approach with the engagement partner/manager. • Agreement with the manager of staff allocations to specific areas of audit work. • Reading and updating the permanent file and reading the hey working papers on the previous periods audit file. • Supervision and training of assistants • Perform those sections of audit work agreed with the engagement manager to be reserved for the senior. • Communication of technical problems to the engagement manager immediately, making arrangements for meeting with the client if needed. • Checking actual to budget times regularly, informing the manager of possible shortfalls or over-runs, or of staff in excess of requirements. • The senior is responsible for ensuring that all audit documentation is complete, and in particular, working papers, points outstanding resolved, schedules completed, audit completion memorandum • The senior should draft the accounts (where the engagement terms include their preparation) or review the clients final draft and, where appropriate, should draft the management letter. • Preparation of the accounts using accounts production software or checking and reading over the accounts as appropriate, and checking and reading over the management letter.
Who we're looking for
Ideal candidates will be ACA / ACCA qualified with previous audit / accounts experience. You will need to be highly organised & methodical with good communication skills. Must have previous experience of staff supervision. Must have sound technical knowledge
About our client
A large independent firm of Chartered Accountants with 3 offices offering abroad range of accounting & taxation services to a varied corporate client base. They have a very professional and corporate ethos, priding themselves on delivering high quality service. They work pro-actively with their clients to ensure maximum growth and profitability.
What's on offer
Competitive salary, and benefits
Michael Page Contact For further info, apply or phone on 0116 282 1590. Job Ref: 13204481 Your application will be sent to Andrea Skelly MP.