Audit & Accounts Senior

A genuinely varied role, a broad client portfolio and the opportunity to take real responsibility across both audit and accounts make this an excellent opportunity for an experienced practice accountant.

A large and successful accountancy practice, with multiple offices across the region, are looking to recruit an experienced Audit & Accounts Senior to join their team in Bristol. With the role split approximately equally between audit and non-audit assignments, you'll work directly with a Partner and have the opportunity to take ownership of assignments, supervise junior colleagues and develop strong client relationships across a diverse SME client base.

As an Audit & Accounts Senior, you will be responsible for:

• Supporting Partners and Managers in the planning, budgeting and delivery of audit assignments, including fieldwork and analytical review.
• Managing audit assignments through to completion, ensuring all working papers and supporting documentation meet required standards.
• Undertaking corporate and charity audits independently
• Preparing audit reports and other client deliverables, while maintaining strong communication with clients and their teams.
• Building strong client relationships and developing an understanding of their businesses, sectors and commercial challenges.
• Supervising junior team members on larger engagements, delegating tasks, reviewing work and providing guidance throughout the audit process.
• Working closely with colleagues across the firm to provide a joined-up service and identify opportunities to support clients.

The successful Audit & Accounts Senior will:

• Be ACA or ACCA part or fully qualified, with at least two to three years' recent audit experience gained within an accountancy practice.
• You'll have a strong understanding of current auditing and accounting requirements, together with good knowledge of relevant standards and company law.
• You’ll be confident working directly with clients and colleagues, with excellent communication skills andstrong attention to detail.
• Experience working across a varied portfolio of clients will be important, alongside good IT

This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious Audit & Accounts Senior who enjoys variety and wants a role offering genuine responsibility across both audit and accounts, with the opportunity to strengthen technical, commercial and client-facing skills.