The Senior Auditor is responsible for leading audit engagements, supervising junior team members, and ensuring the effective delivery of high-quality audit and assurance services to a diverse client portfolio. The role involves planning, executing, and completing audits in compliance with professional standards, while maintaining strong client relationships and contributing to the firms growth.
Key Responsibilities:
Audit Delivery:
- Lead and manage audit assignments from planning through to completion, ensuring audits are completed on time and within budget
- Review financial statements and ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards (IFRS, UK GAAP, FRS 102, etc.)
- Identify audit risks, perform risk assessments, and design audit procedures accordingly
- Prepare and review audit working papers and ensure audit evidence supports audit conclusions
- Liaise with clients to obtain necessary information and provide audit findings in a clear and professional manner
Team Leadership & Supervision:
- Supervise, mentor, and review the work of junior auditors and trainees
- Provide on-the-job coaching and contribute to staff development and performance feedback
- Ensure effective delegation and workload management within the team
Client Relationship Management:
- Act as the primary point of contact for clients during audit engagements
- Build and maintain strong client relationships through professional communication and service excellence
- Identify opportunities for value-added services and business development
Quality & Compliance:
- Ensure all audit work complies with the firms quality standards, ethical requirements, and relevant legislation
- Stay current with developments in accounting, auditing standards, and regulatory frameworks
- Support the firms commitment to continuous improvement and risk management processes
Qualifications and Experience
Essential:
- ACA / ACCA (or equivalent) qualified
- Minimum of 5 years experience in external audit within a professional practice environment
- Strong technical knowledge of UK GAAP and/or IFRS, auditing standards (ISA), and Companies Act requirements
- Experience managing audit assignments and supervising junior staff
- Excellent communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills
Desirable:
- Experience with audit software (e.g. CaseWare, CCH, Mercia)
- Exposure to a range of client sectors (e.g. manufacturing, not-for-profit, financial services)
- Working knowledge of corporation tax and other financial reporting requirements
Key Competencies
- Strong attention to detail and professional scepticism
- Leadership and team development skills
- Effective time management and ability to meet deadlines
- Strong interpersonal and client relationship management abilities
- Commercial awareness and business acumen
- Commitment to continuous professional development
If you are interested in this role, please contactTaylor Butterfieldat Proactive Personnel, Telford.
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