Audit Senior

Audit Senior
Negotiable, Dependent on Experience
Abingdon or Newbury
Permanent, Full-time

Your new company
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a Top 20 firm of Chartered Accountants based in Newbury, Abingdon, Hungerford and Swindon. They are ambitious people, united in their mission to be exceptional accountants and business advisers delivering seamlessly integrated client service.

Your new role
We are looking for an Audit Senior who will undertake statutory audit work for a range of limited companies and charities, taking responsibility for the file prior to review by the Director.

This role would suit an already experienced Audit Senior looking for a new challenge.

The responsibility of this role would include:

• Preparation of statutory accounts for limited companies, partnerships and sole traders
• Audit of accounts in accordance with ISAs, including attendance at client premises
• Liaise with clients to ensure accounts comply with accounting standards
• Draft corporation tax computations, including analysis of items for tax
• Support the development of trainees in a clear and concise manner, identify and solve knowledge gaps
• Work directly for Client Managers and Directors, supporting the delivery of technical knowledge

What you'll need to succeed

• Essential: Qualified Accountant with audit and accounts experience
• Essential: Previous experience working in a practice environment
• Desirable: Background working in a corporate environment
• Essential: UK company audit experience.

You'll also have excellent attention to detail, be analytical proactive and enthusiastic to improve services and share knowledge. You'll use initiative and have strong oral and written communication skills. You'll have the confidence to build rapport and manage a professional relationship with clients. You'll be highly organised, proven ability to meet deadlines. You will be able to work under pressure and be able to build rapport and work well as part of a team.

What you'll get in return

Alongside a competitive salary, you'll also benefit from a comprehensive benefit package. This includes hybrid working, enhanced holiday with the option to purchase more, a wellbeing programme, healthcare, pension and life assurance. This is complimented by support with up to 2 professional subscriptions and a cycle to work scheme.

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new job in accounting practice, please call me for a confidential discussion.

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