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Preston, Lancashire
Accounts and Audit Senior
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Job Type: Full-time |
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Overview
Adecco Recruitment are currently recruiting for on behalf of our client, an Audit and Accounts Senior to work for a successful and growing organisation based in Preston. Vacancy Description We are seeking a positive and enthusiastic candidate who is committed to providing outstanding client service, whilst concurrently taking responsibility for their own development. The successful candidate will be able to communicate with clients and colleagues in a professional manner and be a team player to ensure the team as a whole meets its objectives. Our client is a top 50 award winning services firm with an excellent reputation for training staff in a friendly and welcoming environment. Their Corporate team provides an assortment of business support services to individuals and businesses of varying entity types, covering a vast array of sectors and specialisms including; not for profit, academies, professional practices, manufacturing, leisure and tourism, motor dealers. Hours: Full time Competitive salary and benefits package after qualifying period including; private medical, Firm pension scheme, group life assurance, health and well-being initiatives and a bespoke flexible benefits scheme. Supporting our client's Corporate Services team in Preston to deliver a quality service to a portfolio of clients, the key responsibilities of the role will include: Taking responsibility for planning, field work and completion of statutory audits in a variety of industries, including substantial groups. Preparing individual and group statutory accounts under UK GAAP, including FRS102. Supervising audit teams on site to ensure assignments are completed on time and within budget To liaise with relevant departments to make sure compliance work is planned at the right time, using allocated staff and providing supervision. Review work in progress and fee budgets on monthly basis, reporting variances from billing target to manager/partner. Arrange pre-completion meetings with managers/directors/partners and completion meetings with clients on timely basis. Manage own fee targets, prepare own budgets and bills for manager/partner approval. Give clear instructions to staff on assignments and ensure they are supervised and provided with feedback using the Firm's IPD framework documentation. To maintain the highest standards of personal organisation, setting an example to more junior members of staff. Our ideal candidate will have: ACA/ACCA (or similar) qualification or be nearly qualified / qualified by experience. A minimum of 2 years' audit and accounts experience in an accountancy practice. Up to date technical knowledge of Auditing and Financial Reporting Standards. The ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing, and to tailor communication appropriately. Experience in developing client relationships and understanding client service standards. A strong commercial awareness. Excellent attention to detail and a positive solutions focussed attitude. Excellent organisational, planning and IT skills. A respectful and professional demeanor, speaking positively of others and be a team player. Flexibility to work additional hours in order to meet deadlines or unforeseen problems. Valid driving licence and car insured for business use. Experience of CCH Accounts Production, CCH Audit Automation or Cloud Based Accounting Software would be beneficial, however full training will be provided. We are looking to recruit as soon as possible and will make an appointment as soon as a suitable candidate is found. Please apply now for immediate consideration Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Adecco. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explains how we will use your information - please copy and paste the following link in to your browser https://candidate-privacy