Audit & Accounts Senior
Are you an experienced accountant with a mixed skillset across audit and accounts preparation?
Can you work closely with Managers and Partners to deliver quality audit and accounting support to an exciting client base?
Do you excel in a dual-aspect role where every day is different?
If so, keep reading!
We're looking for an ambitious Audit & Accounts Senior in Chester to join a well-established firm. This is an incredible opportunity for a career-driven candidate to secure a valued place in a team that empowers its staff to learn, grow and reach higher.
Are you a Semi Senior ready for the next step in your practice career? Or perhaps you're already at Senior level but you're ready for a new challenge?
We want to hear from you if you have...
- A proven track record of supporting audits from planning to completion
- A strong background in the preparation of accounts for a varied portfolio
- Excellent communication skills to build trusted relationships with clients
- Good mentorship skills to support and aid the development of junior staff
- A passion for progression and the drive to further learn from the team
- ..does this sound like you?
If so, you could secure an above-average pay, brilliant employee benefits and a tailored career development plan.
Want to hear about the rest of the benefits? There's plenty more!
Contact us today to learn more about this Audit & Accounts Senior job in Chester.
Job Purpose
- Manage a varied client portfolio, working closely with Managers and Partners to ensure deadlines and budgets are being met
- Support audit engagements from planning to completion, ensuring compliance and quality service at every step
- Perform on-site and remote substantive and analytical audit testing
- Preparation of annual accounts for Limited Companies, Parnerships and Sole Traders
- Preparation of company tax returns and computations
- Monitor workflow management including WIP recovery, budget setting and team performance
- Attend company meetings to support the firm's continued growth plans
- Aid the development of junior staff, including overseeing workflow management, reviewing work and delivering training
- Build trusted client relationships as their main point of contact, proactively handling queries and delivering quality advice
- Monitor and interpret changes in legislation and industry trends
- Keep up-to-date on CPD requirements and developments in UK accounting standards, regulation and legislation
- Champion own professional development by undertaking further learning and training opportunities where possible
About The Employer
This reputable firm based in Chester is well-known for supporting a loyal and rapidly growing client base.
Fostering an educational and inclusive culture, this progressive practice is passionate about nurturing talent.
With a people-led approach to both client relations and team management, the Chester team is now looking for a career-driven candidate who is keen to hit the ground running.
What's On Offer
- £35,000 to £45,000 per annum
- Full time, permanent role
- Flexible hours
- 25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays
- Buy and sell annual leave scheme
- Paid professional memberships
- Cycle to work scheme
- Enhaned sick pay
- Generous company pension
- Professional development opportunities
- A clear path to career progression
- A supportive working environment
- Inclusive company values
- Plus more
The Successful Applicant
- AAT / ACA / ACCA qualified, with a minimum of 1 year post-qualification experience
- Qualified by experience also considered
- Strong understanding of UK accounting standards and legislation
- Proven track record of mentoring junior staff
- Excellent knowledge of relevant software including Microsoft Office
- Working knowledge of CCH, SAGE, QuickBooks and Xero is desirable, but not essential
- Self-motivated, reliable and eager to progress
- A drive to deliver technical knowledge as a point of call for the team
- Confident in reviewing processes and improving systems to boost efficiency
- Excellent time management skills to ensure deadlines are met
- Strong communication skills are essential, both verbal and written
- Commercial business acumen
About Public Practice Recruitment Ltd
Public Practice Recruitment Ltd recruits high-calibre accounting professionals at all levels for tax, accounts, and auditor jobs on both a permanent and temporary basis for accountancy firms.
Specialising solely in accountancy recruitment, Public Practice Recruitment Ltd regularly has new accountancy jobs across the UK and has a superb track record of meeting and exceeding expectations for accountants looking for their next accounting role.