Audit Senior

Our client is an established independent accountancy practice looking to strengthen its audit team with the appointment of an experienced Audit Senior or Audit ManagerThis is an opportunity to join a regional practice offering varied client work, direct client contact and the chance to take ownership of assignments from planning through to completion. The level of the position can be shaped around experience, making it suitable for an established Audit Senior looking to progress or someone already operating at Manager level.Key responsibilities:\n

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• Planning and leading audit assignments from start to completion.
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• Managing audit work across a varied portfolio of owner-managed and larger businesses.
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• Preparing and reviewing statutory accounts alongside audit assignments.
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• Reviewing work completed by junior members of the team.
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• Acting as a key point of contact for clients throughout assignments.
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• Working closely with partners and senior colleagues on client matters.
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• Supporting the training and development of trainees and junior staff.
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• Ensuring assignments are completed accurately and within agreed timescales.
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The successful candidate:\n

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• ACA / ACCA qualified, part qualified or qualified by experience.
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• Previous external audit experience gained within an accountancy practice.
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• Comfortable planning and managing audit assignments with an appropriate level of autonomy.
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• Able to build effective working relationships with clients.
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• Experience of reviewing work would be beneficial for applicants at the more senior end of the range.
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• Confident working across both audit and statutory accounts assignments.
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• Able to support and develop less experienced members of the team.
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Package and working pattern:Salary is £38,000 - £50,000 depending on experience and the level of appointment. The role is based in Beverley, with the overall package and responsibilities shaped around the successful candidate's experience.IPS Finance has 45 years’ experience in the Yorkshire accountancy recruitment market. We have built our business on long term relationships with both individuals and clients in all sectors, bringing real benefits to all concerned. Please visit our website to view the latest accountancy / finance and practice opportunities.