We are recruiting a job opportunity for a firm of long-standing firm of accountants based in Peterborough, who are looking to hire a Semi-Senior Audit and Accounts professional. The role will include a relatively even blend of audit and accountancy work.
The salary is negotiable, will of course depend on experience and qualification level and is open within reason.
AUDIT RESPONSIBILITIES:
Assist with audit planning, fieldwork, and finalisation, to include:
Attend audit planning meetings
Attend client’s premises to conduct audit fieldwork
Perform tests using auditing software
Follow instructions of audit senior
Provide trainees with on the job training during audits
Adapt audit testing with senior/manager input to best suit client’s needs
Proactively participate in two-way communication regarding audit progress and any issues with client and manager
Responsible(alongside Audit Senior) for completion of the audit file and working with the team to ensure deadlines are met
Contribute to the completion of appropriate reporting to identify audit findings to manager in a timely manner
ACCOUNTS RESPONSIBILITIES
Planning and preparing draft accounts including:
Production of lead schedules to agree to accounts disclosures
Production and reconciliation of control accounts
Collation of appropriate evidence to support figures in the account
Drafting sole trader/company tax computations
Relevant queries to assist with supervisor/manager review
Identifying financial, commercial, and tax planning opportunities for clients
Coaching and supporting junior team members
BENEFITS:
A dynamic and varied workload and excellent prospects for progression
Competitive salary
Extensive internal and on-the-job training
Paid overtime or time off in lieu
Paid study together with generous study leave
Group Personal Pension Scheme
23 days annual leave in addition to statutory bank holidays
Life assurance cover of four times salary
Eligibility for the firm’s annual bonus scheme
Flexible working
Client referral bonus
Employee referral bonus
Ongoing Learning and Development through one-to-one mentoring to develop soft skills as well as technical knowledge
Social events including Christmas and Summer parties
Charity fundraising to help support the local community