Audit and Accounts Manager/Assistant Manager

My client is a Top 20 Accountancy firm and they are looking for an Audit and Accounts Manager or Assistant Manager to join their team in Croydon.

This is a client facing role with the opportunity to establish strong relationships across their extensive portfolio of audit clients in the SME sector and comes with excellent prospects for career development.

Key responsibilities:

• overall responsibility for managing and review audits • managing client expectations and building relationships• working within a team on the firm’s larger audits for both corporate and not-for-profit clients• dealing with client queries and overseeing the work of junior colleagues• overseeing smaller audits reporting directly to partner• preparation of financial statements, both for audit and non-audit clients• prepare audit files for RI review

Requirements:

• ACA / ACCA Qualified • minimum of 3 years audit experience in an accountancy practice • up to date with current auditing and accounting issues and conversant with relevant auditing and accounting standards, company law etc.• good tax knowledge, in particular corporation tax. An awareness of VAT and payroll taxes are an added bonus.• experience of working on a wide range of clients (some FCA experience would be beneficial)• computer literate including good Excel experience. A working knowledge of CCH and Pro-audit would be an advantage. Experience or knowledge of the Mercia audit methodology would also be helpful.

Benefits:

• pension scheme• group life assurance x 4• social functions and events • access to my clients employee benefits portal - cashback and vouchers on everyday purchases • employee Assistance Programme• regular training and development

Should you have any questions or wish to apply please do not hesitate to contact Clear IT Recruitment Limited.Please Note: Due to the number of applications we receive we may be unable to respond to every application directly. If you have not heard from us within 3 working days please assume your application has been unsuccessful.