QUALIFIED SENIOR

We are a leading provider in the North East of accounting, auditing, taxation and business advisory services to medium and large clients from a wide variety of business sectors.

By joining our team, you will work closely with Partners and Managers and will have a real opportunity to provide a valued opinion in a practice that works closely with clients in meeting their commercial objectives. We are looking for a highly motivated individual who will be able to work to tight deadlines and be the point of contact for numerous clients. Excellent opportunities exist for ambitious and driven candidates to progress within the firm.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Managing an allocated portfolio of clients to ensure all jobs are completed in a timely fashion. 
• Planning and scheduling audit assignments in conjunction with the partners including the allocation  of appropriate staff and available resources. 
• Completion of statutory audits in accordance with International Standards in Auditing and ensuring files are consistent with the firm's standard.
• Liaising with clients to discuss and resolve any audit issues as they arise.
• Completion of financial statements in accordance with FRS 102. 
• Monthly and year-end accounts preparation using a variety of accounts packages 
• Manage requesting records, discussing deadline dates and client queries etc.
• Preparation of management accounts
• Identify potential opportunities to provide additional value added services to the client
• Compiling management reports.
• Preparation of cash flows and business plans

Candidate profile:

• Qualified Accountant and member of professional accountancy Body with experience in practice environment. 
• Highly organised individual with ability to prioritise
• Excellent attention to detail
• Excellent drive, commitment and enthusiasm
• Ability to recognise client requirements and to respond to these.
• Capability to work under pressure and manage tight deadlines.
• Commercially focused with good practice development skills
• Excellent excel and analytical skills
• Highly IT literate with ambitions to maximise its potential and implement improvements
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

What can we offer you? 

• Strong remuneration package with opportunity for career progression.
• Excellent reputation as an in-house training firm. 
• Opportunity for varied practice experience.
• Continual assessment and feedback.
• Friendly and Supportive environment.