Audit Senior

Audit Senior

Location: Office, hybrid or home working options available.
Salary: Competitive, DOE.
Contract: Full time, 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday.
Benefits: - Flexibility of working in any of our six office locations, Dundee, Perth, Forfar, Montrose, Brechin and Crieff
- 31 days annual leave per annum with an accrual scheme
- Annual leave purchase scheme
- 5% match company pension scheme
- Cycle to work scheme
- Company sick pay
- Free counselling with our employee assistance programme
- Support and funding to gain professional qualifications

Who are we?

MMG Chartered Accountants is a forward-looking accountancy practice who are relationship based and technology driven with offices in Dundee, Perth, Forfar, Montrose, Brechin and Crieff. Our strength lies in our people, who live by our five core values;

1. Does the Right Thing
2. Delivers Quality Work on Time
3. Has a Positive Can-do Attitude
4. Adapts to Change and Continually Develops
5. Is a Reliable Team Player

We have a keen focus on investing in our greatest assets - our people, which means that we have developed a committed and formidable team of accountancy, tax, audit, virtual finance and payroll specialists.

We are looking to expand this team and bring on an Audit Senior who would be responsible for supervising, motivating and providing training and support to audit juniors.

Audit Senior Responsibilities:

• Assist in Audit Engagements: Collaborate with Audit Seniors and managers in planning and executing audits for a diverse range of clients.
• Financial Analysis: Analyse financial statements, records, and transactions to identify discrepancies or irregularities.
• Documentation: Prepare audit documentation, working papers, and reports in accordance with established standards and procedures.
• Testing: Perform substantive and compliance testing on various audit areas, including revenue, expenses, and internal controls.
• Client Communication: Maintain effective communication with clients and respond to their queries professionally and promptly.
• Compliance: Ensure that audit procedures are conducted in compliance with organisational, regulatory and professional standards.
• Learning and Development: Actively participate in training programs and seek opportunities for continuous professional development.
• Team Collaboration: Collaborate with team members to achieve audit objectives, share knowledge, and contribute to a positive work environment.
• Deadline Adherence: Manage workload efficiently and meet project deadlines consistently.
• Adaptability: Be open to taking on additional responsibilities and projects as assigned by senior team members.

What we need from you:

Qualifications/Experience:

Minimum of 2 years of Audit experience within a Practice enviroment. Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field and working towards a professional accounting qualification (or evidence of equivalent experience and knowledge).

Knowledge and skills:

• Strong understanding of UK GAAP and auditing standards.
• Excellent analytical, organisational, and leadership skills.
• Proficiency in audit software and Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel.
• Effective communication and client-facing skills.
• Commitment to maintaining the highest ethical and professional standards.

If you feel you have the skills and experience to be successful in this role then apply today!