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Overview of FirmPKF Littlejohn is one of the leading challenger firms in the UK with offices in London, Leeds and Manchester. We are also an active member of PKF Global, an international network of legally independent accounting firms that gives us an on the ground presence in 150 countries around the world with access to more than 20,000 people across 440 offices globally.We provide a full range of audit, accountancy, tax and advisory services, and are experts at simplifying complexity. We are particularly well-known for working with complex clients with challenging issues in fast-moving and highly technical areas, such as the insurance industry, the global capital markets and the not for profit sector. Our aim is to understand people, the organisations they run, and what matters to them, so we can simplify complexity and help them achieve their ambitions.Click here to learn more about us.Introduction to the DivisionCorporate and Capital Markets DivisionWe are the 2nd largest auditor of AIM listed companies and the 6th largest of all LSE companies with over 130 on either the Main Market or AIM. In the last 5 years we have grown significantly in the listed audit market by focussing on delivering consistent quality and making all our clients feel valued.‘Variety' best describes the work of this team. You could be involved in the preparation of financial statements of any organisation from owner-managed businesses, sole traders, partnerships or large UK groups. The industries our clients operate in include property, retail, Financial services, consultancy, technology and many others.With every accounts preparation assignment, you'll gain a deeper insight into how financial statements are put together and get involved with more complex work. As your experience grows, so will your opportunities.ResponsibilitiesUndertake the year-end financial statements as allocated by the managerFor each assignment, produce a file and a set of financial statements, to a high standard for manager reviewKeep the manager informed about progressComplete the work within budgetAdopt high professional standards with a business-like approach to workDevelop a comprehensive working knowledge of double entry bookkeepingDevelop a basic knowledge of current accounting standardsPass relevant professional examinations first timeBe able to advise on basic accounting issuesBe aware of Institute and internal ethical guidelinesTo accept responsibility for all work performed and to follow up to ensure completionWilling to accept feedback/development points and action itPerson SpecificationMinimum of a 2.2 degree, attained or expectedMinimum of 112 UCAS points (2017 tariff), from three A Levels A-C (excluding general studies), or equivalentGCSEs Grade 5/B in Maths and English LanguagePersonal AttributesBe commercially awareComputer literateTeam playerGood communication skillsFlexibilityStrong organisational skillsSystematicEnthusiasticAble to work on own initiativeGood attention to detailAbility to prioritise workloadWork to deadlinesAbility to spot new businessInitiativeProblem solverPersuasive