About the Company
Our client are a well-established and growing Chartered Accountancy firm based in Buckinghamshire, providing high quality advisory and compliance services in the areas of accountancy, audit and tax to a broad range of clients.
This role will be most suited to someone who thrives under pressure, is delivery focused, enjoys accountability, has a ‘can-do’ attitude and is looking to improve his/her skills and competencies through self-development.
You will have significant experience in statutory audit, bookkeeping and statutory accounts preparation and will have worked extensively in Practice.
Responsibilities
• Lead company audit assignments, which will include planning, fieldwork and completion using standard programmes
• Preparation and completion of company accounts in accordance with the firm’s policies and procedures
• Carry out specialist audits (eg; SAR, ATOL, pensions and charities)
• Carry out ad-hoc assignments (eg; due diligence and systems reviews)
• Preparation of corporation tax computations
• Carry out work efficiently, to budget and within deadlines
• Supervise, train and mentor members of staff
• Research and analyse financial statements and audit related issues
• Maintain client confidentiality and professional relationships
• Proactively interact with client management to gather information, resolve problems and make recommendations for business and process improvements
• Manage assignments and report to the partner on progress
Experience & Qualifications
ACA, ACCA or ICAW qualified or finalist
Experience within a multi-partner practice with audit exposure
Ability to work under pressure
Excellent management, analytical, interpersonal, oral and written communication skills
Strong technical knowledge
Leadership, training, and mentoring skills
Ability to work in a team environment
Highly motivated self-starter with ability to multitask and complete assignments within budgets and deadlines
Dedicated to superior client service
Ability to build a quick rapport in a friendly, confident and enthusiastic way
Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
Computer literate with knowledge of Microsoft office, Sage, Xero and other accounting software
Experience and knowledge of CCH would be an advantage
Ideally a driver with own car
Technically up to date with current legislation