Audit Executive

Your new company


Hays Recruitment is working with a reputable accounting firm dedicated to providing high-quality audit services. With a strong focus on compliance and meeting deadlines, they strive to deliver exceptional results to their clients. As a leader in the industry, they are a supportive and dynamic work environment that encourages professional growth and development.


Your new role


As an Audit Executive, you will be responsible for overseeing a significant number of audit jobs. Your primary objective will be to ensure deadlines are met and all activities are compliant with relevant regulations. You will play a pivotal role in completing audits before passing them to the Manager for review.


Key responsibilities include -

• Producing comprehensive audit planning memoranda
• Allocating sections to junior staff
• Addressing queries throughout the audit process
• Monitoring job progress and budgets, and providing guidance and supervision to more junior team members. Additionally, you will be responsible for signing off on audit sections
• Completing necessary documentation, and drafting letters to clients regarding audit/accounts.

What you'll need to succeed

• ACA or ACCA fully qualified with practice experience
• 3+ years of auditing experience
• Proficiency in audit planning and completion
• Strong computer skills, including familiarity with Sage, Excel, Word, and ideally CaseWare (accounts and audit) and tax software
• Previous experience in supervising and mentoring junior staff
• Up-to-date technical knowledge of accounting standards, including recent developments
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written, with the ability to interact effectively in diverse environments
• Exceptional organisational abilities to handle a variety of tasks
• Client-focused mindset and commercial awareness
• Strong team-building and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work well under pressure

What you'll get in return

• Genuine work-life balance
• Progression Opportunities
• Supportive management structure to foster your professional growth and potential
• Generous holiday entitlement of 33 days, including bank holidays, with the option to purchase up to 5 additional days
• Up to £47k salary

What you need to do now
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