Lead Financial Audit Specialist

4 weeks ago


Manchester, United Kingdom First 2 Recruit Full time
Position: Lead Financial Audit Specialist

Job Type:
Permanent

Our client is seeking a Lead Financial Audit Specialist to provide expert guidance to a diverse clientele, including large corporations, family-owned businesses, and various professional entities.

This role involves engaging with a wide array of clients, from service and manufacturing sectors to partnerships in finance, sports, entertainment, and educational institutions.

As a vital member of the team, you will deliver comprehensive audit, advisory, and accounting services tailored to meet the unique needs of our varied clients.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Oversee and advance the audit and accounting processes, collaborating directly with senior personnel in clients' finance departments.
  • Take an active role in all phases of the audit cycle, including planning, fieldwork, and finalizing audit engagements, while working closely with management and partners.
  • Opportunity to lead special projects, managing a select portfolio of assignments to facilitate your professional growth.

Qualifications:

  • Proven experience in an audit and accounting practice.
  • ACA/ACCA qualified (or equivalent).
  • Ability to identify, investigate, and resolve complex audit challenges.
  • Experience in managing, training, and mentoring team members on projects, along with performance evaluation.
  • Strong technical knowledge of accounting and auditing standards.
  • Demonstrated commitment to delivering high-quality service, ensuring client satisfaction.
  • Exhibit a flexible, professional demeanor and the confidence to build credibility with partners and clients.

Work Environment:

Our client's extensive portfolio encompasses various business sectors, with a focus on private clients, charitable organizations, and owner-managed enterprises.

The Manchester team offers customized services, including accounting, audit and assurance, tax, corporate finance, and business advisory, addressing all facets of clients' needs.

Benefits:

  • Agile working policy allowing remote work for up to three days a week.
  • Paid overtime or time off in lieu.
  • Option to buy or sell up to five days of holiday annually.
  • Contributory pension scheme with a 5% employer match.
  • Life assurance coverage of four times the annual salary.
  • Monthly working from home allowance.
  • Eligibility for the firm's Profit-Sharing Plan.
  • Employee referral scheme with substantial rewards.
  • Access to health assessments and various flexible benefits.
  • Paid travel expenses for work at different locations.

Join a dynamic team that values diversity and inclusion, offering opportunities to engage in various employee network groups.

First 2 Recruit Ltd is an equal opportunities employer, committed to treating all employees and applicants fairly, regardless of their background.



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