Chartered Accountant – Audit Specialist Location: Guildford Salary: £50,000 - £55,000 per annum Are you a detail-oriented Chartered Accountant with a passion for auditing? Join our dynamic team in Guildford and play a pivotal role in delivering high-quality audit services while providing strategic financial insights to our diverse client base. Key Responsibilities: Lead Statutory and Voluntary Audits: Conduct thorough audits, assess financial statements, and deliver clear, actionable reports to management. Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and standards. Independent Examinations: Perform detailed independent examinations and communicate findings effectively to clients, helping them maintain transparency and build trust. Risk Assessment & Analysis: Review client systems, identify potential risks, and recommend improvements to enhance financial accuracy and control. Financial Reporting: Prepare accurate annual financial statements and manage submissions to Companies House and HMRC, ensuring deadlines and regulatory requirements are met. Tax Compliance: Calculate and advise on personal and corporate tax liabilities, manage VAT compliance, and submit accurate tax returns to HMRC. Act as the main point of contact with HMRC when necessary. Audit Reporting: Produce comprehensive reports and recommendations following internal or public sector audits, offering clients insights to strengthen their financial practices. Client Advisory Services: Provide expert advice on bookkeeping, VAT, and various tax matters, tailoring solutions to meet each client’s specific needs. Team Leadership: Support and mentor junior colleagues, reviewing their work to ensure accuracy and foster professional development. Client Relations: Build strong relationships with clients and company directors, attending meetings and on-site visits to deliver exceptional service. Regulatory Compliance: Ensure all audit practices align with ICAEW membership standards and maintain compliance with all relevant policies and procedures. Continuous Professional Development: Complete CPD requirements as directed, staying up to date with industry standards and best practices. Why Join Us? We offer a collaborative environment in Guildford where your expertise in auditing will directly impact our clients' financial health and organisational integrity. You’ll work with a team that values precision, integrity, and continuous improvement, all while enjoying a competitive salary of £50,000 per annum. If you’re ready to take your auditing career to the next level and make a meaningful impact, apply now to join our team Unfortunately due to the volume of applications we receive, if Copperfield Recruitment Ltd has not contacted you within five days of your application then please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion. Please note that by applying for this vacancy you accept Copperfield Recruitment Ltd’s Privacy Policy and GDPR Policy which can be found at our website and therefore give us consent to contact you. Copperfield Recruitment Ltd are acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy and are an equal opportunities employer