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Location London/St Albans (Hybrid) Salary - 50 to 55k We are working with a London based firm who currently have an opportunity to join their firm as an Audit Senior. They are open to this role being based at either the London or St Albans offices. The main duties involve the audit of clients accounts either at clients premises or working remotely from home or from one of their offices in addition to the preparation of clients accounts from books and records supplied. Their Audit Department provides services to a wide and varied client base specialising in owner managed businesses. The client sectors are extensive and include manufacturing, distribution, retail, wholesale, property, FCA regulated entities, professional organisations, recruitment, charities and pension schemes with turnovers ranging from below the audit threshold to above 150m. Working within a busy department, the role requires good communication skills and the ability to multi-task and complete assignments to deadline. Ideal candidates will have relevant previous experience in a similar role, will be qualified to ACA standard or equivalent by experience and will have the ability to work effectively in a team environment both with colleagues and the firms Managers and Partners. As well as offering a competitive salary, we also offer a range of benefits including 25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays and a flexible working policy allowing for staff to work from home depending on clients needs. Our work is paperless using CCH Audit Automation and CCH Central for accounts production and document management. Key Tasks and Responsibilities The audit of clients accounts from books and records provided to us. The work involved will cover conducting audits at clients premises as well as on site in either of the Rayner Essex offices. Timely completion of audit files from audit planning through to completion. The preparation of financial statements under various accounting standards including FRS 102, IFRS, Charity SORP. Preparation of accounts from client records for non-audit clients which will be in the form of, Limited Companies, LLP Partnerships and Charities. The preparations of tax computations for corporation tax based upon accounts prepared. Reporting directly to the manager on progress and developments throughout the assignment. Liaise with the manager or client on improvements which could be made to the clients accounts function as noted when conducting the audit or preparing the accounts. Reconciliation of control accounts and advising the manager or client directly of any adjustments needed. Supervising the audit process on site, supporting and developing junior members of staff. Reviewing of junior audit work and providing timely feedback. Monitor and manage the progress of the audit assignment against the original budget. Other ad hoc duties as may be required from time to time to assist the smooth running of the Audit Department or to provide additional assistance to clients such as training or general accounting and taxation matters. Key Skills, Abilities and Personal Attributes Essential: Strong previous experience in an audit role, qualified to ACA standard, with a well-rounded knowledge of auditing standards and accounting principles Highly motivated self-starter with the ability to complete assignments within time constraints and deadlines Excellent communication skills, with the ability to communicate information clearly, concisely and accurately, both in person and when using the telephone and email Demonstrates strong interpersonal skills with the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, partners and clients Good organisation skills with the ability to multitask, working on multiple projects, and meet deadlines by setting priorities within projects Ability to check for accuracy and give good attention to detail Demonstrates the ability to delegate duties to staff and supervise client projects, sharing knowledge and providing guidance as needed Confident IT and systems skills, with a track record of understanding clients needs and using technologies to achieve effective management TPBN1_UKTJ