Audit Executive

Audit Executive

Location: Colchester

Competitive salary, negotiable depending on your experience and expertise.

Are you ready to bring your external audit expertise to a role where your skills and unique perspective can make a lasting impact?

What Sets Us Apart

At MHA, we're about people first – our people, our clients, and the communities we serve. As one of the UK's top 15 accountancy firms and a proud member of Baker Tilly International, the 9th largest network in the world, we are a hub of global knowledge with a strong local commitment.

Our people-focused approach truly sets us apart. Here, you won't just be another face in the firm; you'll be part of an ambitious, driven team dedicated to continuous learning and growth. We invest in our people because they are the foundation of our success. With access to unparalleled resources and award-winning development programmes, you'll have the freedom to shape your career while making a meaningful impact. We take immense pride in being awarded gold for Investors in People. This recognition reflects our deep commitment to nurturing talent and ensuring every individual feels valued and supported.

Here, You'll Go Beyond Numbers

We're looking for a talented Audit Executive who thrives in a dynamic environment and embraces the chance to tackle complex challenges. At MHA, you'll be surrounded by passionate professionals who are dedicated to making a difference. Your work in Audit will go beyond the numbers – it's about building meaningful client relationships, understanding their businesses, navigating risks, and delivering insights that drive real results.

• You will play an integral role in your department, delivering high quality work and expanding your knowledge and skills across audits and assignments of varying complexity.
• You will also be responsible for ensuring key risks are addressed during the audit process, utilising your growing network of specialists for advice when needed.
• An Executive will operate as a key member of the team, having built strong relationships with your clients. You will understand your client's business objectives and be able to adapt your advice and provide meaningful solutions that they can put into practice.
• You will be expected to start focusing on continuous improvement, looking to differentiate our services through planning, researching best practice and utilising technology in order to provide best in class client service.
• You will support the development and engagement of the team, looking for areas of improvement and providing additional support and training where required.

What We're Looking For

• ACA or ACCA qualified or equivalent.
• Demonstrable experience of external audits.
• Computer experience - Excel, Word and ideally CaseWare.
• Good up-to-date technical knowledge including recent developments in accounting standards.
• Communication - oral and written, ability to deal with variety of people in different environments.
• Organised - ability to deal with a variety of tasks.
• Client focused.
• Commercially aware.
• Team building skills.
• Problem solving skills.
• Ability to work well under pressure and manage deadlines.
• Be positive and committed to MHA in dealings with both clients and staff.

Rewards That Resonate

You're more than a number to us; you're an individual with unique talents and aspirations. Our benefits are designed to support your well-being, foster your professional growth, and recognise your contributions.

Agile Working: Enjoy the flexibility of core hours from 10 AM to 2 PM and two home working days, allowing you to balance your work and personal commitments seamlessly.

33 days holiday Inc. bank holidays, plus the opportunity to buy or sell up to 5 days (28 days on a training contract, with the opportunity to buy 5 days)

Competitive salary package

Employee recognition awards: Outstanding Performance Award Bonus and other recognition initiatives.

New and improved programme for succession planning and supportive management structure to help you realise your potential

Employee Assistance Programme: Access a free confidential 24-hour support service, including unlimited counselling sessions and virtual doctors available for you and your family.

And lots more

Are You Ready to Elevate Your Career?

Apply now and be part of a team that celebrates diversity and inclusivity, champions innovation, and prioritises your success