A reputable accountancy firm in Norwich is seeking an Audit Senior to lead audit teams and ensure compliance with audit standards. The successful candidate will maintain strong client relationships and oversee the audit process, while also providing coaching to junior staff. Applicants should be ACA or ACCA qualified with significant experience in a professional setting. We offer flexible working hours, competitive benefits including 27 days holiday, and continuous professional development opportunities.
Apr 15, 2026
Full time
A reputable accountancy firm in Norwich is seeking an Audit Senior to lead audit teams and ensure compliance with audit standards. The successful candidate will maintain strong client relationships and oversee the audit process, while also providing coaching to junior staff. Applicants should be ACA or ACCA qualified with significant experience in a professional setting. We offer flexible working hours, competitive benefits including 27 days holiday, and continuous professional development opportunities.
A financial services firm in Norwich is offering a University Year Placement within their Payroll Team. This role is ideal for students seeking practical experience during their degree studies and will involve assisting with payroll preparation, client communication, and workload management. The firm emphasizes a supportive culture, professional growth, and offers competitive benefits, making it an excellent opportunity for aspiring professionals.
Apr 15, 2026
Full time
A financial services firm in Norwich is offering a University Year Placement within their Payroll Team. This role is ideal for students seeking practical experience during their degree studies and will involve assisting with payroll preparation, client communication, and workload management. The firm emphasizes a supportive culture, professional growth, and offers competitive benefits, making it an excellent opportunity for aspiring professionals.
At Larking Gowen, our people are at the heart of everything we do. Our commitment to both our employees and clients is at the core of who we are. We strive to create a supportive and inclusive workplace culture where employee wellbeing is paramount, work-life balance is valued, and personal growth is encouraged through tailored training and development opportunities. As an Audit Senior you will be working as part of the Corporate Audit and Advisory team, you will lead site audit teams, providing a hands on compliance and /or advisory role that meets or exceeds client expectations and supports your partner/manager team. Responsibilities Audit Prepares the audit plan and ensures it appropriately addresses audit objectives Takes an active part in the audit planning and fraud discussion to identify audit risks and appropriate audit strategy Oversees all aspects of audit fieldwork and completion Ensures planned audit work is appropriately completed to satisfy audit objectives Communicates any issues relating to an audit with manager or partner including matters which arise during the audit which were not identified at the planning stage Prepares or reviews audit documentation and drafts of the financial statements Ensures the efficient use of appropriate software packages (Caseware) Delegates work with other members of the audit team ensuring Juniors understand their responsibilities and have received appropriate on-the-job training/coaching Produces commercial management reports, specifically drafting sections of the report to management Addresses, discusses and advances conclusion in respect of technical and audit issues identified during the course of the audit Controls the audit in relation to timescales, budgets and risk management procedures Provides feedback through regular communication and timely assignment appraisal Clients Maintains up to date understanding of clients business Maintains good working relationships with client staff Is aware of the wide range of Larking Gowen services and spots opportunities to potentially sell those services to clients Is actively involved in office marketing events when appropriate and is an 'ambassador' of the firm Ensures the firm carries out its professional duties properly. Consistently achieves deadlines and understands the commercial implications of actions relating to productivity, recoverability, fee income and client service Communicates workload with manager or partner Training Attends training courses as identified in order to develop both technical and personal skills and keeps records for compliance purposes Maintains an understanding of audit methodology and Caseware audit software Maintains CPD, in line with the requirements of the ICAEW. Other Adheres to the firms risk management policies and procedures Undertakes other duties that the Audit Senior is competent to do in line with her/his general duties and to meet the demands of the business Some assignments may require travel to other offices in East Anglia Personal Specification Education and qualifications ACA or ACCA qualified or equivalent Experience Experience of working with an external client base Significant experience of working in a professional accountancy practice Experience of using Microsoft packages, internet, email and computerised audit packages Proven ability to adapt quickly to changing deadlines and priorities Experience of coaching or mentoring colleagues In return you will have support to establish your career with Larking Gowen at a pace that suits you both personally and professionally. We also offer benefits which include: Generous Holiday Allowance Life Assurance Pension with employer contributions rising with length of service Medicash Plan Paid sickness Professional subscriptions Group Income Protection Annual salary review Option to purchase PMI Plus many more! Requirements Audit Senior within Corporate Audit and Advisory Hours to be worked flexibly across five days (Monday-Friday) Salary starting from: At Larking Gowen, our people get the very best career opportunities in accountancy and business advice. Whether you're just starting out and you're looking for an Apprenticeship or Graduate opportunity or you've been working in the business for some time, we'll make sure you get all the support you need to take you to the next step in your career and beyond. We pride ourselves on being a friendly business that looks after our people and is active in the community. As soon as you join us, you'll be working hands on, and starting to build your own professional relationships. Larking Gowen has been around for more than 130 years. We have gone from strength to strength and have built our reputation for loyalty and reliability. We're also forward looking, keeping abreast of change in a fast moving environment. Platinum credited training provider Pension scheme (salary exchange) Paid professional subscriptions Rewards for client referrals Social responsibility and charity support Social and sports activities Suggestion scheme and Innovation Fund Paid holiday and option to purchase additional holiday through salary exchange Corporate membership providing discounts on theatre and arts
Apr 15, 2026
Full time
At Larking Gowen, our people are at the heart of everything we do. Our commitment to both our employees and clients is at the core of who we are. We strive to create a supportive and inclusive workplace culture where employee wellbeing is paramount, work-life balance is valued, and personal growth is encouraged through tailored training and development opportunities. As an Audit Senior you will be working as part of the Corporate Audit and Advisory team, you will lead site audit teams, providing a hands on compliance and /or advisory role that meets or exceeds client expectations and supports your partner/manager team. Responsibilities Audit Prepares the audit plan and ensures it appropriately addresses audit objectives Takes an active part in the audit planning and fraud discussion to identify audit risks and appropriate audit strategy Oversees all aspects of audit fieldwork and completion Ensures planned audit work is appropriately completed to satisfy audit objectives Communicates any issues relating to an audit with manager or partner including matters which arise during the audit which were not identified at the planning stage Prepares or reviews audit documentation and drafts of the financial statements Ensures the efficient use of appropriate software packages (Caseware) Delegates work with other members of the audit team ensuring Juniors understand their responsibilities and have received appropriate on-the-job training/coaching Produces commercial management reports, specifically drafting sections of the report to management Addresses, discusses and advances conclusion in respect of technical and audit issues identified during the course of the audit Controls the audit in relation to timescales, budgets and risk management procedures Provides feedback through regular communication and timely assignment appraisal Clients Maintains up to date understanding of clients business Maintains good working relationships with client staff Is aware of the wide range of Larking Gowen services and spots opportunities to potentially sell those services to clients Is actively involved in office marketing events when appropriate and is an 'ambassador' of the firm Ensures the firm carries out its professional duties properly. Consistently achieves deadlines and understands the commercial implications of actions relating to productivity, recoverability, fee income and client service Communicates workload with manager or partner Training Attends training courses as identified in order to develop both technical and personal skills and keeps records for compliance purposes Maintains an understanding of audit methodology and Caseware audit software Maintains CPD, in line with the requirements of the ICAEW. Other Adheres to the firms risk management policies and procedures Undertakes other duties that the Audit Senior is competent to do in line with her/his general duties and to meet the demands of the business Some assignments may require travel to other offices in East Anglia Personal Specification Education and qualifications ACA or ACCA qualified or equivalent Experience Experience of working with an external client base Significant experience of working in a professional accountancy practice Experience of using Microsoft packages, internet, email and computerised audit packages Proven ability to adapt quickly to changing deadlines and priorities Experience of coaching or mentoring colleagues In return you will have support to establish your career with Larking Gowen at a pace that suits you both personally and professionally. We also offer benefits which include: Generous Holiday Allowance Life Assurance Pension with employer contributions rising with length of service Medicash Plan Paid sickness Professional subscriptions Group Income Protection Annual salary review Option to purchase PMI Plus many more! Requirements Audit Senior within Corporate Audit and Advisory Hours to be worked flexibly across five days (Monday-Friday) Salary starting from: At Larking Gowen, our people get the very best career opportunities in accountancy and business advice. Whether you're just starting out and you're looking for an Apprenticeship or Graduate opportunity or you've been working in the business for some time, we'll make sure you get all the support you need to take you to the next step in your career and beyond. We pride ourselves on being a friendly business that looks after our people and is active in the community. As soon as you join us, you'll be working hands on, and starting to build your own professional relationships. Larking Gowen has been around for more than 130 years. We have gone from strength to strength and have built our reputation for loyalty and reliability. We're also forward looking, keeping abreast of change in a fast moving environment. Platinum credited training provider Pension scheme (salary exchange) Paid professional subscriptions Rewards for client referrals Social responsibility and charity support Social and sports activities Suggestion scheme and Innovation Fund Paid holiday and option to purchase additional holiday through salary exchange Corporate membership providing discounts on theatre and arts