AAT Audit and Accounts Senior

2 months ago


Guildford Surrey, United Kingdom Howett Thorpe Full time

We are delighted to be working with this modern accounting practice based on the outskirts of Guildford. Specialising in accounting, tax and business solutions for ambitious owner-managed businesses. The various departments work closely together to form a close-knit team and to provide the best service possible to their clients.
Our client combines "big firm" thinking with the flexibility and dynamism of being a smaller, independent firm. Employees are encouraged to challenge the status quo and are rewarded with excellent career development and progression.
Accounts & Audit Senior - About The Role
As a senior member of the audit and accounts team, you will work closely with a wide range of clients to help them realise their business and personal ambitions. Taking a collaborative approach with your clients as they seek advice when making key business decisions and planning strategies. Business advice is a key part of the role, and this is a great opportunity to develop and learn the skillset required.
You will work closely with managers and partners but also help develop the junior members of the team. You will get plenty of opportunity to develop your leadership skills.
The role is a mix of audit and accounts with the focus being on the accounting side, and you will be expected to assist with audits during the busy periods.
Responsibilities will include:

Preparation of statutory accounts
Planning, budgeting, and finalising audit files and managing the audit process in a timely manner
Work as part of a team to meet all deadlines and ensure that client expectations are exceeded
Delegating and overseeing the work of the more junior members of the team
Help develop and mentor trainees
Identifying potential areas of cost saving or improvements for clients by challenging existing working methodology
Provide support to managers and partners on their portfolios
The successful Accounts & Audit Senior will have:

Qualified Practice Accountant with either ACA or ACCA
Audit experience is beneficial but not essential
Strong working knowledge of Xero, QuickBooks and Iris
Good analytical skills and to be able to adopt a commercial approach to assignments
Confident and excellent communication skills, written, verbally and in person
Be proactive and determined
Accounts & Audit Senior - Benefits

~ Competitive salary with excellent career development and progression opportunities
~ Hybrid and flexible working
~25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Howett Thorpe are acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this role and comply with all relevant UK legislation and do not discriminate on any protected characteristics. Due to the high volume of applications we currently receive, we are unable to respond to all candidates. If you do not hear from a Consultant within 5 working days please assume that you have not been successful.
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