Audit and Accounts Senior

"It always seems impossible until it’s done." – Nelson Mandela

Sheridan Maine is working with a well-established, medium-sized accountancy practice to recruit an experienced Audit & Accounts Senior to join their busy Audit Department. This is an exciting opportunity to work with a diverse client base across multiple sectors, including owner-managed businesses, charities, professional services, and larger corporates.

Key responsibilities of the Audit & Accounts Senior will include:

• Conduct audits of client accounts both on-site and at firm offices.
• Prepare financial statements in line with FRS 102, IFRS, and Charity SORP.
• Prepare accounts for non-audit clients, including limited companies, LLPs, and charities.
• Prepare corporation tax computations based on finalised accounts.
• Supervise and mentor junior staff, providing guidance and constructive feedback.
• Identify improvements to client accounting systems and controls.
• Reconcile control accounts and advise on necessary adjustments.
• Monitor audit and accounts progress against budgets and timelines.
• Undertake additional tasks to support the smooth operation of the Audit and Accounts Department.

Skills and experience required to succeed as an Audit & Accounts Senior:

• Significant experience in a senior audit and accounts role with ACA qualification (or equivalent).
• Strong knowledge of auditing standards, accounting principles, and financial reporting.
• Self-motivated with excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build relationships across clients and teams.
• Experience supervising and mentoring junior staff.
• Competent IT user, adaptable to client systems and technology.

Desirable:

• Experience with audit software such as CCH Audit Automation and Accounts Production.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Audit & Accounts Senior looking to join a professional, client-focused practice with opportunities for development and varied client exposure.

If you’re passionate about this position or are keen to hear more, please click on “apply” as soon as possible.

You are required to be eligible to work in the UK full time without restriction.

Due to the high volume of applications, it is not always possible to respond to unsuccessful applicants. Therefore, if we have not responded to your application within five days, please assume that on this occasion your application has not been successful.