Audit and Accounts Manager

An Audit and Accounts Manager is required for a well-established firm of accountants where you'll be managing a varied client portfolio. The successful candidate will support in providing a full range of accounting, auditing and tax services to assist clients.



Company Benefits:



Critical illness cover

Income protection

IFA advice



Key Responsibilities:



Management and control of a portfolio of accounting and audit engagements. Ensuring they are completed to internal methodology and are of the highest quality.

Directing and overseeing the work of junior team members. This includes reviewing their accounting and audit work whilst providing coaching and mentoring support.

Managing all aspects of accounting and audit delivery. This includes timelines, team briefings, team supervision, and reviews by more senior team members.

Acting as the primary point of contact for the accounting or audit client.

Overseeing the internal profitability of the engagement. This includes, budgeting, negotiation, identifying and communicating overruns, raising fees, and agreeing dates for cash collection.

Dealing with complex accounting and audit issues that arise during course of an engagement.

Communicating with other internal departments on technical matters.

Preparing accounting and audit proposals for prospective clients

Performance managing junior team members, ensuring that you are having development conversations that support their growth and career progression.



Experience and Skills Requirements:



Experience in an accountancy firm is essential

Qualified Accountant - ACA, ACCA or equivalent

Current knowledge of current financial reporting and auditing, standards; including both FRS 102 and IFRS

Detailed knowledge of the Companies Act and LLP Act.

Excellent Microsoft Office competency

FCA Handbook knowledge would be a bonus but is not essential

Ability to use propriety software to manage the audit workflow and documentation of evidence

Experience with managing an accounts and audit portfolio

Review of audit files identifying key audit risks and planning appropriate responses to these risks

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Strong time management and organisational skills

Self-driven and resilient

Leadership skills and ability to act as a role model

Willingness to be part of a team that desire to achieve growth without losing professional standards.



If you have not been contacted within 5 working days, then unfortunately on this occasion your CV has not been shortlisted