Senior Audit Associate

Job Title: Senior Audit Associate

Location: Central London

Salary: £40,000 - £50,000

The Opportunity

A well-respected, medium-sized, ACCA registered audit firm in Central London who are part of a global network are looking for a Senior Audit Associate to join its growing audit practice. The firm is known for its technical expertise and strong client relationships and offers a diverse range of services to a varied client base.

This is an excellent step up for a technically strong audit professional who wants more ownership of assignments, more direct client and partner exposure and a clear route to Assistant Manager and beyond.

The Role

• Take day-to-day responsibility for a varied portfolio of audit clients, driving assignments from planning through fieldwork to completion
• Deliver audits within agreed budgets and deadlines and act as an initial point of contact for clients
• Work closely with managers and partners to ensure audit quality, timely completion and excellent client service
• Handle technical matters on your assignments, escalating complex issues and reviewing audit files to a high standard
• Monitor work in progress against budget and flag potential problems to managers or partners early
• Supervise, coach and review the work of junior team members, acting as a mentor and role model
• Engage with client stakeholders on technical and audit judgement matters
• Build your knowledge of client sectors and technical areas
• Contribute to business development by supporting proposals and spotting opportunities for new work

About you

• ACCA or ACA qualified, or a finalist close to qualifying
• 2+ years' audit experience in practice, ideally in a mid-tier or higher firm
• Strong technical knowledge of UK GAAP / FRS 102, IFRS and auditing standards
• Experience leading fieldwork and supervising junior colleagues
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Able to stay calm and in control under pressure while keeping deadlines in view
• A proactive approach, with an eye for opportunities to add value for clients and the firm

What's on offer

• A competitive salary and benefits package, negotiable based on experience
• A clear path to progression, with significant opportunities for career development
• Ongoing training and professional development support
• A supportive, inclusive and forward-thinking environment that promotes work-life balance
• The chance to be part of a growing audit practice within a well-respected firm

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