TEAMWORK IS
AT THE HEART OF
GREAT ACHIEVEMENT

Levitate Recruitment is keen to speak with experienced Audit & Accounts Managers regarding an excellent opportunity in a Top 20 firm of Accountants in Guildford. The firm can offer a structured development programme for ambitious individuals that wish to push through to RI status and directorship in the future.

Role:

• Work closely with partners in the planning and management of client work within the audit and accounts department.
• Work closely with clients to identify and agree on both time and financial budgets
• Ensure all audit/accounts personnel are advised of the assignment budget and of key issues to be addressed; as well as ensure the audit and accounts production is organised and planned prior to the commencement of the assignment.
• Produce and dispatch updated engagement letters to clients prior to a site visit
• Keep directors and partners informed of progress ensuring that you maintain overall and proactive control over fees, WIP and debtors.
• Review the completed audit file, formally sign off each section and resolve outstanding issues with the client
• Ensure the audit file is complete and signed off by a partner promptly once signed documents are received from the client
• Be part of the management team responsible for the supervision, training and development of the audit and accounts team
• Identify audit and accounts team training and development needs, as well as any staff performance issues, raising these with the staff partner as necessary
• Undertake a range of special projects to assist in the development of the practice and identify and pursue any opportunities for value-added work
• Maintain a high level of knowledge, interpretation and application of audit and accounting standards and practice

Requirements:

• ACA/ACCA/CIMA or QBE with relevant accountancy practice experience in a similar role
• Experience of charity and academy audit and SRA Accounts Rules reviews
• Proficient in the use of specialist audit, accounts preparation and tax software
• Be able to demonstrate the ability to make decisions, solve problems and take appropriate action
• Show an understanding of the link between effective performance management and business results

This is just one of a number of opportunities we are recruiting for across the UK and Overseas. Levitate Recruitment are the leading Accountancy Practice and Insolvency Recruitment Specialist.

If you are interested in having a confidential conversation about your career options regarding live or future opportunities, contact Scott Lowes at the Levitate Offices.