Job Description
The Role:
This is a wide-ranging and challenging position that requires an individual who is committed to, and energised by, client relationships, teamwork, personal development and audit quality. The role will involve leading audit on-site project teams, being a key point of contact for client finance teams and providing quality deliverables to the senior members of the team.
Key Responsibilities:
Being the on-site project lead for a portfolio of audits. You will complete work on higher risk areas of the audit file as well as being responsible for coaching and project managing the on-site team
You’ll be the primary on-site liaison for the key client contacts. You will engage with them on project management and ensure expectations and deliverables are effectively managed
You’ll be responsible for quality control of the team’s work by providing effective support and challenge as well as reviewing work
You’ll support the Audit Manager in engagement economics, including preparation of budgets and tracking against actuals
Manage your own time and that of others to meet deadlines and deliver an effective service to clients
Opportunity to be involved in strategic projects at office and firm wide level
Contributions to business development activities
The Team:
Our Cleckheaton Audit team is around 30 strong, including five Managers, two Directors and three Partners. Working in a collaborative, open plan office, you’ll be line managed by one of our knowledgeable and supportive Audit Managers. You’ll be exposed to a wide variety of clients, working on audits of different sizes and levels of complexity. When conducting an audit on-site, you’ll report to the relevant Assistant Manager or Manager for that audit.
The Culture:
Friendly, supportive, caring, inclusive... These are just some of the words that our current colleagues use to describe our culture.
We do our best to make sure we bring our company values to life, and through our employee surveys and engagement groups we make sure everyone has the chance to have their say and play a part in shaping our culture.
When you join us, you can expect:
A welcoming environment where everyone feels valued.
Regular team events, networking opportunities, and professional development sessions.
Wellness programs, mental wellbeing support, and initiatives that prioritise your well-being.
The package:
Salary from £40,550 p/a
27 days, plus bank holidays.
Pension contributions of 5.3% when you contribute 3.2%
Healthcare cash plan
Life cover 3 x salary
Annual leave buying scheme
To thrive in this role, you’ll need:
Ambition and determination to contribute more broadly, including business development
Confident communicator, able to liaise with clients and colleagues at all levels
Leadership & people skills to help develop junior members of the team
Accurate, methodical and organised
Strong project management skills
Self-starter who can manage their own time to meet deadlines
Pro-active with the ability to work on their own initiative to improve internal processes
Well presented, dynamic and personable
Ability to pro-actively research and improve technical knowledge
ACA/ACCA qualified or equivalent
At least 3 years’ experience in audit practice
Experience of UK auditing standards
Excellent IT skills, including experience of using different accounting packages and Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook
The ability to travel to clients as and when needed
This is a wide-ranging and challenging position that requires an individual who is committed to, and energised by, client relationships, teamwork, personal development and audit quality. The role will involve leading audit on-site project teams, being a key point of contact for client finance teams and providing quality deliverables to the senior members of the team.
Key Responsibilities:
Being the on-site project lead for a portfolio of audits. You will complete work on higher risk areas of the audit file as well as being responsible for coaching and project managing the on-site team
You’ll be the primary on-site liaison for the key client contacts. You will engage with them on project management and ensure expectations and deliverables are effectively managed
You’ll be responsible for quality control of the team’s work by providing effective support and challenge as well as reviewing work
You’ll support the Audit Manager in engagement economics, including preparation of budgets and tracking against actuals
Manage your own time and that of others to meet deadlines and deliver an effective service to clients
Opportunity to be involved in strategic projects at office and firm wide level
Contributions to business development activities
The Team:
Our Cleckheaton Audit team is around 30 strong, including five Managers, two Directors and three Partners. Working in a collaborative, open plan office, you’ll be line managed by one of our knowledgeable and supportive Audit Managers. You’ll be exposed to a wide variety of clients, working on audits of different sizes and levels of complexity. When conducting an audit on-site, you’ll report to the relevant Assistant Manager or Manager for that audit.
The Culture:
Friendly, supportive, caring, inclusive... These are just some of the words that our current colleagues use to describe our culture.
We do our best to make sure we bring our company values to life, and through our employee surveys and engagement groups we make sure everyone has the chance to have their say and play a part in shaping our culture.
When you join us, you can expect:
A welcoming environment where everyone feels valued.
Regular team events, networking opportunities, and professional development sessions.
Wellness programs, mental wellbeing support, and initiatives that prioritise your well-being.
The package:
Salary from £40,550 p/a
27 days, plus bank holidays.
Pension contributions of 5.3% when you contribute 3.2%
Healthcare cash plan
Life cover 3 x salary
Annual leave buying scheme
To thrive in this role, you’ll need:
Ambition and determination to contribute more broadly, including business development
Confident communicator, able to liaise with clients and colleagues at all levels
Leadership & people skills to help develop junior members of the team
Accurate, methodical and organised
Strong project management skills
Self-starter who can manage their own time to meet deadlines
Pro-active with the ability to work on their own initiative to improve internal processes
Well presented, dynamic and personable
Ability to pro-actively research and improve technical knowledge
ACA/ACCA qualified or equivalent
At least 3 years’ experience in audit practice
Experience of UK auditing standards
Excellent IT skills, including experience of using different accounting packages and Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook
The ability to travel to clients as and when needed
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Audit Senior position is now open for candidates interested in the Accountant Jobs sector. This role in Leeds offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Accountant Jobs is a plus.