Audit and accounts

apartmentMichael Page placeLeeds calendar_month 

About Our Client

An established accounting firm that has recently expanded, enhancing their regional presence and client service capabilities. The firm is experiencing significant growth, actively increasing their client portfolio and professional team to strengthen their position in the Yorkshire market.

Job Description
  • Leads audit engagements for clients across various industries, managing the entire audit cycle
  • Plans and executes audit procedures according to firm methodology and regulatory requirements
  • Identifies financial reporting risks and evaluates internal control systems
  • Prepares and reviews audit working papers, ensuring documentation meets quality standards
  • Develops audit findings and recommendations for clients' management
  • Drafts detailed audit reports and presents results to clients
  • Supervises and mentors junior audit staff, delegating tasks and providing guidance
  • Reviews financial statements for compliance with accounting standards (IFRS, UK GAAP)
  • Prepares accounts for smaller clients when required, supplementing the primary audit focus
  • Maintains client relationships and identifies opportunities for additional services
  • Manages project timelines and budgets to ensure profitable engagement delivery
  • Stays current with accounting standards, audit regulations, and industry developments
  • Communicates effectively with clients to gather information and discuss complex accounting issues
  • Collaborates with tax and advisory specialists to provide comprehensive client solutions
  • Contributes to practice development through technical knowledge sharing and process improvement
The Successful Applicant
  • Qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA) with substantial external audit experience
  • Proven ability to lead full audit cycles independently from planning to completion
  • Strong technical knowledge of accounting standards (IFRS, UK GAAP) and audit regulations
  • Experience supervising and developing junior audit staff
  • Excellent client relationship management skills
  • Ability to identify financial reporting risks and evaluate internal controls
  • Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
  • Effective time management and ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines
  • Clear communication skills for presenting findings to clients
  • Experience in accounts preparation to support the secondary aspects of the role
  • Adaptable approach suited to a growing firm expanding into a new market
  • Knowledge of industry-specific audit requirements and reporting frameworks

What's on Offer

Competitive salary

Plethora of benefits

City centre location office

Growth opportunities really high

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