Audit Trainee
Your new company
Looking to take the next step in your audit career with a firm that will genuinely invest in your development?This growing and progressive accountancy practice works with a diverse client portfolio spanning owner-managed businesses, charities, limited companies and other growing organisations. With a strong reputation for client service and a collaborative team culture, the firm offers an environment where ambitious professionals can accelerate their careers whilst gaining exposure to interesting and varied work.Due to continued growth within the audit team, an opportunity has arisen for a Part-Qualified Audit Senior to join the business and build towards a future management role. This position would suit someone who enjoys auditing but is keen to take on greater responsibility, increase client exposure and continue progressing towards qualification.
Your new role
Working as part of an established audit team, you'll play a key role in delivering high-quality audit assignments for a varied portfolio of clients across multiple sectors.You'll be trusted with increasing responsibility, working closely with managers and senior leadership whilst developing your technical expertise, client management skills and leadership capabilities.
Key responsibilities will include:
- Assisting in the planning, delivery and completion of statutory audits
- Preparing audit testing, working papers and supporting documentation
- Completing audit assignments accurately and within agreed timescales
- Identifying potential risks and audit issues and escalating findings where appropriate
- Supporting the preparation of statutory financial statements under UK accounting standards
- Building strong relationships with clients and acting as a professional representative of the firm
- Working alongside senior colleagues to deliver an excellent client experience
- Supporting junior team members and sharing knowledge where appropriate
- Gaining exposure to a broad range of industries and organisations
What you'll need to succeed
- ACA or ACCA part-qualified and actively studying
- Previous experience working within an accountancy practice audit team
- Strong understanding of audit processes and methodology
- Experience working with FRS 102
- Experience assisting with statutory accounts preparation would be advantageous
- Confident communication skills and the ability to build client relationships
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines
- Positive, proactive approach and a desire to continue developing professionally
- Experience using audit software and Microsoft Office applications
What you'll get in return
- Continued ACA or ACCA study support and professional development
- A genuine route to future senior and management opportunities
- Exposure to a broad and varied client portfolio
- Opportunity to develop leadership and supervisory skills
- Competitive salary and benefits package
- Enhanced family-friendly benefits
- Flexible holiday options
- Pension scheme and wellbeing initiatives
- Social events and a supportive team environment
- A firm committed to developing people alongside business growth
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 contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.If this opportunity isn't quite right, but you're considering your next move within practice, get in touch for a confidential conversation about other audit opportunities available across the South East.
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