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Accounts & Audit Senior

Manchester
Posted 26 days ago
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AMS Group is a leading UK Top 60 accountancy firm with a differentiated advisory-led proposition, headquartered in Manchester. We have been a trusted name in professional services for over 40 years. Our commitment to excellence and customer satisfaction has positioned us as a premier provider in the market.

Evolving from a family run accountancy practice in a Blackburn (established 1982), to a nationwide advisory business with over 350 employees, across 14 offices, our trading divisions comprise Audit, Accounts, Tax & Advisory with multiple service lines within each division. We leverage our relationship-driven client approach to generate significant cross-sell opportunities. Complementary to our organic growth is an impressive M&A strategy, with eight acquisitions completed since 2021 and further strategic acquisitions planned in 2025

. We know great people make a great business. Our award-winning culture drives our success. In 2024, we were named the 7th Best Accountancy Firm to Work for in the UK and featured in the Top 100 Companies to Work For. We’re proud to be recognised as Best Employer in Tax (Tolley’s Taxation Awards 2025) and Employer of the Year (GM Chamber of Commerce Awards 2024), reflecting our commitment to people, culture, and a workplace where talent thrive

s. Role Purp oseAs an Audit & Accounts Senior, you will play a key role in delivering high‑quality audit and accounts assignments across a varied client portfolio. Working closely with the Audit Manager and senior leadership team, supporting them to prepare statutory accounts, support junior colleagues, and maintain strong client relationshi ps.This is a hands‑on, delivery‑focused role requiring strong technical skills, excellent communication, and the ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative team environme

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nt. Key Responsibili

ties Audit Del iveryAudit fieldwork for a range of clients, ensuring work is completed to a high standard and in line with ISAs.Prepare and complete audit testing across key financial statement a reas.Draft clear, well‑structured audit working papers for manager and RI re view.Reviewing junior / trainees workMonitoring bu dgetsAssist with audit planning, including risk assessment and sco ping.Identify audit issues early and communicate them promptly to the man ager.Support the completion process, including final analytical review and clearing review po

ints. Accounts Prepa rationPrepare year‑end statutory accounts for limited companies, partnerships, and sole traders in accordance with FRS 102 and FR S 105.Produce working paper files that are accurate, complete, and ready for r eview.Accounts preparation alongside overseeing junior staff preparing account s too.Assist clients with bookkeeping queries and accounting system improve

ments. Client Relationship Man agementAct as a day‑to‑day contact for clients during audit and accounts assig nments.Build strong, professional relationships through clear communication and reliable de livery.Provide practical guidance to clients on accounting and audit m atters.Identify opportunities to add value or cross‑sell other firm se

rvices. Team Support & Colla borationSupervise and mentor junior team members and trainees, providing coachingReview work completed by trainees, offering constructive feedback to support deve lopment.Work collaboratively with peers and managers to ensure smooth delivery of assi gnments.Contribute to a positive team culture built on trust, respect, and shared respons

ibility. Quality, Compliance & Professional StandardsEnsure all work complies with ISAs, FRS standards, AML requirements, and firm policies.Maintain high levels of professional conduct, judgement, and confide ntiality.Keep technical knowledge up to date through CPD and internal training.Support the manager with departmental initiatives, including training sessions and process impr

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ovements. Key Rel ationshipsWho the role interacts with regularly, both internally and e xternally.Internal: Audit Manager, Juniors, Trainees.Externa

l: Clients Skills, Knowledge & ExperienceExperience working in a professional practice environment in an audit and acc ounts role.Strong background in leading audit fieldwork and preparing statutor y accounts.Experience supervising junior staff is

desirable. Technical skills (e.g. systems, me thodologies)Strong working knowledge of FRS 102, FRS 105, and core auditin g standards.Confident using audit software and cloud accounting platforms (e.g., Xero, QuickBooks).Ability to interpret financial information and identif

y key risks. Q ualificationsACA/ACCA finalist

or qualified. Performance Measures (Suc

cess Criteria) Success in this role will be measured by:High‑quality audit and acc ounts delivery.Strong client feedback and relations hip management.Effective supervision and development of junio r team members.Consistent adherence to technical and compli ance standards.Contribution to team culture, collaboration, and continuo

us improv ement. Benefits 23 Days Hol idayBirthday offAnn ual bonus schemeHealth cash plan after probation Company sick payEnhanced paren tal pay policiesPerk box subscription1 x paid membershi p / subscriptionCycl e to work schemeEmployee Assi stance ProgrammeCompan

y pension scheme AMS Group is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment f

or all employees.

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Skills

Audit Delivery
Accounts Preparation
Client Relationship Management
Team Support
Quality Compliance
Professional Standards
FRS 102
FRS 105
Audit Software
Cloud Accounting
Financial Information Interpretation
Supervision
Communication
Technical Knowledge
Coaching
Analytical Review

Location

Manchester, England, United Kingdom

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