Audit & Accounts Semi-Senior to Senior

We are recruiting a job opportunity for an established accountancy firm to work in their Leicester office. The firm are looking to hire a job role for a blended Audit & Accounts position, which can alternatively be hired at a Semi-Senior to Senior level.

The salary is negotiable and will of course depend on experience and qualifications.

There is a degree of flexibility in the job role with candidates from a Semi-Senior to Senior grade being considered. Anyone with experience in audit is encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities:

Audit (approx. 60%)

• Assist with audit assignments from planning through to completion, in accordance with auditing standards.

• Prepare audit planning documentation, including risk assessments and audit strategy.

• Perform substantive testing and analytical review procedures.

• Identify key audit issues and communicate findings to managers and partners.

• Ensure audit files are completed to a high standard and within deadlines.

• Liaise directly with clients to obtain information, resolve queries, and discuss audit findings.

• Prepare and present audit reports and management letters.

Accounts (approx. 40%)

• Prepare statutory financial statements for limited companies, partnerships, and sole traders in compliance with UK GAAP and FRS 102.

• Prepare management accounts and other ad hoc financial reports for clients.

• Assist in the preparation of corporation tax computations and supporting schedules.

• Review accounts prepared by junior staff and provide feedback to improve quality and efficiency.

• Build and maintain strong client relationships, acting as a key point of contact for day-to-day queries.

• Ensure compliance with relevant accounting, auditing, and ethical standards.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary in-line with market rate

• 35 hour working week

• 25 days holiday Bank Holidays Birthday off

• Hybrid working up to 2 days a week from home

• Free parking

• Great work life balance