Audit Senior

Grafton Banks Finance Ltd is pleased to be working with a well known accountancy practice in Kent. Our client is currently looking to bolster its Audit team and will consider candidates across all of their Kent offices (Mid-East Kent). 

Main Duties & Responsibilities:

• Managing audits both in and out of the office using a computerised audit system.
• To supervise and assist junior team members both in house and off site.
• To delegate and review work of junior team members; including audit files, draft documentation, accounts and corporation tax computations.
• Liaison with and dealing with client queries.
• To attend client meetings.
• Ensure client engagement documentation is up to date.
• Drafting of client invoices and to chase outstanding invoices.
• Regular review of client WIP and debtor.
• To assist in the preparation of proposals for new work, where necessary.
• To act as a mentor for junior team members and provide day to day training.

Knowledge, Skills & Experience:

• Qualified ACA/ACCA.
• Previous experience in practice.
• Experience of completing audit and accounts work for a variety of business entities.
• Possess a high level of technical knowledge combined with excellent commercial awareness.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to adapt communication style to the audience.
• Proficient in the use of using a computerised audit system.
• Competent in Microsoft office, including Excel and Word.
• Ability to identify commercial and professional risks and ensure these are managed effectively.
• Track record of successfully managing, motivating and leading junior staff on assignments.
• Ability to delegate effectively.
• Driver with access to a car.

This role is paying a competitive salary and benefits package.