ROLE PURPOSE

Key duties & responsibilities:

Audit Delivery

• Execute the planning, fieldwork and completion of audit assignments in line with internal processes, professional standards, budgets and deadlines.
• Take responsibility for key aspects of audit engagements, managing delivery expectations and escalating issues at an early stage.
• Identify and undertake more complex audit areas during fieldwork, seeking guidance where appropriate.
• Review draft accounts and assist in resolving client queries.
• Attend and actively contribute to audit planning, progress and clearance meetings.
• Ensure audit work is completed accurately, efficiently and to the required quality standards.
• Act as the client's primary point of contact during audit fieldwork, building strong working relationships and providing ongoing support.

Client Management

• Support the management and development of a portfolio of clients.
• Build strong professional relationships with clients and colleagues.
• Deliver an efficient, proactive and responsive service to clients.
• Identify opportunities where additional services may add value and introduce relevant specialists where appropriate.
• Support the growth and retention of existing client relationships.

Team Leadership & Development

• Manage work delegated to junior team members while retaining responsibility for overall delivery.
• Coach, mentor and support less experienced colleagues.
• Provide constructive feedback and encourage continuous development.
• Demonstrate effective people management skills, including delegation, motivation and support.

Commercial Management

• Demonstrate an understanding of recoverability, budgets, WIP, lock-up and scope management.
• Assist with fee preparation and undertake complex WIP analysis.
• Contribute to the effective management of engagements to ensure profitability and efficiency.

Technical & Quality

• Maintain strong technical accounting and audit knowledge.
• Ensure compliance with the firm's quality control procedures and professional standards.
• Consult with Managers, Directors and Partners on technical and risk matters where appropriate.
• Keep up to date with professional developments and continuing professional education requirements.

Business Development

• Participate in tenders, proposals and presentations for new work opportunities.
• Support wider marketing and business development activities.
• Help develop opportunities from existing client relationships.
• Build professional networks that contribute to the growth of the firm and wider service line.

Experience & qualifications

Essential

• ACA, ACCA, ICAS or equivalent professional qualification.
• Newly qualified candidates will be considered.
• Previous experience in a similar audit role within practice.
• Experience working directly with clients and managing stakeholder relationships.
• Strong technical accounting and audit knowledge.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities to tight deadlines.

Desirable

• Experience supporting the management of a client portfolio.
• Experience coaching and mentoring junior colleagues.
• Exposure to business development and networking activities.