Robson Laidler Accountants
Audit Senior or Semi Senior
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Location: Jesmond, Chester-Le-Street or Teesside
About Us:
At Robson Laidler, we believe great work happens when talented people are trusted, supported, and given the space to grow. That’s why we’ve built a firm where collaboration is real; development is intentional, and clients see us as more than just accountants – they see us as part of their team.
We’re always on the look-out for those who not only want to build a career, but genuinely want to make a positive difference to people's lives.
Role Overview:
Our thriving audit and assurance department is looking for an ambitious and confident individual to join as an Audit Senior or Semi Senior. The role involves working on accounts and audits of medium and large sized companies with exposure to a range of different industries.
Requirements:
- Experience within a UK audit practice environment, delivering statutory audits for a diverse portfolio of clients, including owner-managed businesses, SMEs, and limited companies across various sectors
- Experience in the preparation of statutory accounts for limited companies, ensuring compliance with applicable accounting and regulatory requirements
- Technical knowledge and practical application of FRS102, FRS 102 section 1A and UK GAAP
- Currently studying towards, or qualified in, ACA/ACCA, with a strong commitment to maintaining and developing technical expertise
Desirable:
- Experienced in planning audits, performing risk assessments, reviewing junior audit work, identifying key audit issues, and completing audit assignments within agreed deadlines
- Proven ability to supervise, coach, and review the work of junior team members while maintaining high-quality audit standards
- Regularly liaise with clients, managers, and partners to resolve technical matters and deliver an efficient audit service
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What you can expect from us:
- Participation in our Four Day Working Week (after successfully completing probationary period)
- Paid time off to volunteer and help the community in a way you are passionate about
- At least 25 days holiday plus bank holidays. Additional holidays will accrue from your third year of being in our team
- Your birthday off each year, if it is a normal working day, to do something special
- Team development days
- A genuinely supportive, down-to-earth team
- Flexibility and trust in how you work
- Clear, realistic career progression
- Ongoing development and learning opportunities
What we expect from you:
- To have a growth mindset
- To have positive behavioral characteristics
- To be client focused and always do the right thing for them
- Resilience to do what is right even when it may be difficult
- The ability to create real connections
- To seek greatness every day
- To help leave a positive impact in all your actions
- To be a team player
We are committed to building and sustaining a workplace where justice, equity, diversity and inclusion are embedded in how we recruit, develop, and support our people. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, identities and experiences, and we are dedicated to ensuring that everyone we interact with is treated with dignity, fairness and respect.
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Our People and Culture processes are designed to be inclusive and transparent, with recruitment and selection based on merit. We are committed to removing barriers, making reasonable adjustments where needed, and creating equal access to opportunities for all.
Life at Robson Laidler – A great place to work!
Listed as one of The Best Places to Work by The Sunday Times, we’re committed to supporting you and your lifestyle.
- Want to bike to work or have an active lunch break? No problem! Take advantage of our in-house shower facilities or our walking club.
- Need to pick the kids up early one day? Our flexible working schemes allow you to fit work around your personal life.
- Want regular encouragement? Our Kudos system ensures you are praised and rewarded for doing a great job or demonstrating our team values.
- We also have a calendar of health and wellbeing initiatives, including regular Health MOTS, awareness workshops and 24/7 confidential mental health support.
A lot of our recruits come looking for a positive place to work. That’s why we take pride in our diverse team and inclusive environment.
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