Audit Assistant Manager

Department: Audit

Employment Type: Permanent

Location: Cirencester

Reporting To: Craig Hatherall

Description

Key Responsibilities

• Leading audit teams in engaging with clients to develop an understanding of their business.
• Acting as a regular point of contact for clients during audit engagements, under the guidance of senior team members.
• Taking responsibility for sections of audit engagements, including aspects of planning, fieldwork, and reporting.
• Identifying potential audit issues and raising them with seniors or managers for further investigation.
• Assisting junior team members with queries and contributing to a collaborative team environment.
• Ensuring work is carried out in line with audit methodology and regulatory requirements.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• Qualified Accountant: ACA/ACCA or equivalent
• Audit Practice Experience: experience in an audit and accounts practice, including an understanding of regulatory obligations and quality standards.
• Risk Assessment: experience in identifying and assessing risks and implementing effective controls.

• Effective Time Management: Ability to prioritize and manage workload to meet deadlines.
• Self-Motivated: Able to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Continuous Improvement: Commitment to continuous professional development and staying updated with changes in accounting standards and regulations.
• Detail-Oriented: High level of attention to detail and accuracy.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with regular benchmarking and merit-based reviews.
• Health and wellness benefits including private health insurance, a healthcare cash plan, and an employee assistance program.
• Flexible working arrangements, including homeworking options and the opportunity to buy more annual leave.
• Generous support policies such as enhanced maternity and paternity pay, life assurance, and a pension scheme.
• Additional perks like the myMonahans benefits platform, volunteer leave, social events, and a cycle-to-work scheme.