Audit & Financial Reporting Senior
7 days ago
Plymouth
JOB DESCRIPTION Job title Audit and Financial Reporting Senior Location Plymouth Workplace type On-site Employment type Full-time Main purpose of job To manage audit assignments and work with the team on-site and in the office to coordinate and deliver audit assignments Reports to Audit & Financial Reporting Associate Director Department Audit Duties & Key Responsibilities • Key role as part of a team on all the audits., • Lead alongside the Audit Manager on client relationship and client point of contact for the audit service., • Planning of the audits with the RI and Audit Manager, assessing risk and guiding the level of testing required in each area., • Supervision of the audit teams to assist and develop individuals and form relationships with clients, with an on-site presence., • Oversee the audit plan and ensure the team is on target each day. Understand reasons for work taking longer so this can be addressed via training or revised budgeting. • Enthuse the team to enjoy their time on audit and add value to the client., • Review and feedback to team on improvements needed., • Supporting, training and developing Audit Trainees, • Ensure the team meet deadlines agreed with the RI/Audit Manager and the client., • Briefing of RI and Audit Manager on all key audit judgements., • Closing meeting with the client and briefing of Client Partner., • Develop the team's knowledge and ability by supporting the internal training programme and on the job training., • Supporting the Client Partners, RI and Audit Manager to develop and build an audit team capable of growth., • Committed to the culture and values of the firm and leading by example. General Responsibilities • Ensure confidentiality of sensitive data, • Develop knowledge through selection of relevant CPD., • To act in accordance with the business’ values and competency framework, • Apply regulatory, legal, professional and ethical standards relating to engagements. Skills & Abilities • Strong grasp of audit standards, • Good working knowledge of Excel to prepare formula driven, • Ability to communicate and ask for help where required., • Passion to listen and learn new skills., • Ability to help other team members with less experience. Knowledge & Experience • Having gained experience in a similar role with a practice environment, • Part or newly qualified ACA, ACCA or AAT qualified with 3 years within Audit is preferred., • Experience of working within a team, • Computer skills: MS Office applications - Word, Excel, Outlook, • CA / ACA / ACCA qualified or equivalent (first time passes preferred), • Strong technical knowledge of UK Financial Reporting Standards, • Knowledge of IRIS and MyWorkpapers preferred. Personal Attributes • Proven experience with client handling and strong interpersonal skills., • Ability to apply self-learning and develop technical knowledge., • Strong interpersonal and relationship building skills., • Team player with a positive ‘can do’ approach., • A pro-active personality with a drive to succeed., • Strong attention to detail., • Demonstrate high energy levels and enthusiasm