Audit & Assurance is the biggest demand area within Big 4 firms. As such, joining in this area provides a great opportunity to newly/recently qualified accountants from smaller/medium sized firms to not only gain the 'Big 4' name on their CV, but also to add big business experience that will help you develop and gain promotion down the line. Likewise, due to the reduced hours aspect available, this is an ideal opportunity for someone returning to work after a career-break or time out. Very few professionals stay in audit for the long term, it is typical to gain promotion, build your profile and then transfer internally. This particular opportunity sits within the Financial Services Audit and Assurance team of a Big 4 firm based in Belfast. About the role: The Audit Senior is in charge of planning, organizing and controlling the completion of all aspects of the audit engagement for review by the engagement Manager and or Partner. Assist with planning of audit, including staffing and deadlines Attend Client audit planning meetings Prepare financial statements and present high quality work papers Plan, control and review the work of the audit team Deploy staff effectively Delegate to audit team and provide on the job training Close all queries raised by manager on audit work papers Complete Audit files; bring assignments to completion Rewards on offer: Full-time, 3 day or 4 day week positions available Basic salary from £39,000 to £44,000 pro rata, depending on experience Clear promotion pathway Outstanding learning and development Matched pension contribution Annual Bonus Life, health and employee assistance benefits 36 days leave Superb Belfast City Centre offices Hybrid working - 3 days per week for full-time staff About you: An ACA or ACCA qualification Excellent knowledge of auditing companies (ideally) in the Financial Service Industry On the job coaching of junior staff You must have strong oral and written communication skills, in particular, business report writing Working knowledge of Irish GAAP, IFRS and US GAAP If you believe that you meet most of the criteria above, we encourage you to apply. Interview and assessment processes for this role are very open and transparent, a great way for you to have a conversation and decide if this is the road you wish to travel down. Interested? We would love to speak with you in confidence and learn more about your specific situation. Skills: Audit Financial Accounting Reports Benefits: Pension, Bonus, Promotion pathway