High-quality data projects within the audit sector are highly desirable. Experience in creating and delivering value-adding data analytics programmes or initiatives to drive high-quality auditing is also preferred. Candidates should demonstrate knowledge and practical use of visualization techniques and automation as key areas of focus.

The successful candidate will play a vital role in shaping the audit and assurance team's data analytics strategy, enhancing team engagement, developing the future roadmap, and interacting with various stakeholders. This is a permanent role based at our London office.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

1. Leading the development and implementation of data analytics programmes to improve audit quality and processes.
2. Fostering engagement and collaboration across audit teams and stakeholders.
3. Utilizing technical auditing knowledge to identify risks and opportunities.
4. Managing and delivering audit data analytics projects, with support from our change and digital transformation teams, ensuring quality and timeliness.
5. Providing training and support on data analytics tools and techniques.
6. Interacting with audit technical and training teams.
7. Building and maintaining relationships with clients and internal teams.
8. Staying updated on industry trends in data analytics and auditing.
9. Developing data models, dashboards, and visualizations for stakeholder communication.
10. Ensuring compliance with regulations and internal policies.

Minimum Qualifications and Experience:

• Professional qualification in accountancy (e.g., ACA, ACCA, CPA).
• Extensive experience in auditing and accountancy.
• Proven track record in delivering or creating data analytics initiatives.
• Strong project management skills.
• Experience with data analytics tools (e.g., ACL, IDEA, Power BI, Alteryx) is preferred but not essential.
• Advanced skills in data analytics techniques, statistical analysis, and visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI).

Desirable Attributes:

• Deep knowledge of audit methodologies.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to adapt in a fast-paced environment.

Company Overview

At S&W, we help clients thrive by simplifying complexities and shaping impactful solutions. As one of the UK's top 10 fastest-growing accountancy firms since 1881, we offer services across tax, advisory, assurance, corporate finance, and restructuring. Our purpose is to help navigate challenges, unlock potential, and achieve excellence.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary
• Private medical insurance
• Life assurance
• Pension scheme
• Hybrid working (role dependent)
• Generous holiday allowance
• Additional holiday purchase option
• Shared parental leave
• Fully funded professional training
• Cycle to work scheme
• Season ticket loan
• Eye care support

We value diversity and are committed to an inclusive workplace. Reasonable adjustments are available throughout the application process. Please inform your Recruiter of any needs.