Our client is a leading national audit, tax, advisory and risk firm with global reach and local expertise. They are an independent member of one of the top 10 accounting networks in the world, with access to more than 40,000 people in more than 150 countries and across more than 800 offices globally.
Our client understands that it is often the culture and values of a firm that are most important when looking for a new workplace, that’s why their people-focused culture means they value new ideas and innovation, and welcome people who are committed to making a difference by delivering excellent services to their people, clients, and communities.
The role:
They are looking for motivated individual to strengthen their corporate audit team in their new London office(one of 9 nationally). With an exciting pipeline of new business it has paved the way for rapid growth.
Working with a diverse client base(energy sector included), you’ll play a crucial role in the objectives of the team with strong opportunities for progression.
Responsibilities:
- Take responsibility for ownership and completion of each audit assignment within the agreed budget and deadlines set.
- Demonstrates importance of meeting clients’ needs and takes responsibility for ensuring the delivery of high-quality work that exceeds clients’ expectations.
- Supports the project management of the audit and monitors and implements improvements to increase efficiency and effectiveness without compromising quality.
- Direct, coach and mentor audit teams to assist them in the delivery of engagements.
- Identifies where consultation is required and leads discussions with technical, the client, the team and other specialists and provides a potential solution to enable appropriate evaluation and review.
- To adhere to deadlines, including prompt notification to the partner where problems are likely to arise or as they arise on each assignment.
- Can identify where other experts in the firm can provide relevant services to respond to client business needs.
- Manage work in progress and billing on client assignments.
- Preparation and presentation of reports to senior management and Audit Committees/Boards.
- Be proactive in Business Development activities and developing, maintaining and monitoring your own network.
- Undertake additional duties as reasonably required.
Technical skills, experience, and knowledge:
- Qualified ACA, ACCA, ICAS or equivalent.
- Ensures adequate CPD is undertaken in relevant disciplines/client sectors.
- Strong technical knowledge of auditing and accounting standards.
- Able to provide practical, proactive business advice for clients, while recommending solutions for more significant or challenging issues to the partner.
- Experience in working with complex groups, reporting structures and liaising with component auditors.
Why choose our client?
A firm where talented people can realise their potential, are successful and enjoy what they do by making a positive difference to our clients, communities, and each other.
Their vision is to be recognised as essential to the future success of their clients by helping them to answer tomorrow’s questions and make smart decisions that have lasting value through the highest quality audit, tax, advisory and risk services.
They offer you an opportunity to continue your career and work for a firm that offers stability and knowledge. In addition, you can work alongside experienced professionals who put the client at the heart of everything they do.
You will find the expertise, the resources and, above all, the commitment to help you build a satisfying and rewarding career. In return they can offer you continued career development, highly competitive salaries and flexible benefits. Plus, an opportunity to work for a firm that truly values its people.
They are committed to equal opportunity and diversity in recruitment and employment. They value the differences that a diverse workforce brings to the organisation and believe that diversity and inclusivity are key drivers of effectiveness and in providing our clients with a quality service.