Semi-Senior

It's not all about the numbers!

Traditionally accountancy has been all about numbers and commercial considerations; but not here at Haines Watts. We really strive to build lasting, valued relationships and to make a tangible and meaningful impact. It is our clients' success that drives us and we are proactively committed to helping our clients and colleagues achieve their business and life goals in a passionate and authentic way, as these are the key traits that underpin everything we do.

At the heart of our firm is our colleagues, which is why team engagement has become more important than ever before. We have achieved 1-Star recognition from Best Companies for this and we are also one of the Top 10 best accountancy firms to work for in the UK, investing heavily in colleague wellbeing and mindfulness. As the face of the workplace has shifted since the pandemic, we have adapted and challenged what the working environment looks like for our teams, creating an environment fit for the future.

We're committed to improving diversity and inclusion, not just in terms of background but also in terms of diversity of thought and skills. We are curious about how we can help shape the future of accountancy and advisory for the next generation which is why we decided to become a National Sponsor of the Reach Next Generation Summit, aligning our values with action.

What is the role?

As a part-qualified Audit and Accounts Semi-Senior working within our Finchley office, you will be assisting the partners and associate partners in the management and delivery of statutory audit (80%) and accounts preparation services (20%) for our Owner Managed Business Client portfolio with the below key tasks being carried out.

• Ability to multitask and prioritise a number of jobs, whilst demonstrating excellent time management skills to ensure all deadlines and expectations are met
• Ideally, experience leading and/or assisting on audits including; planning, preparation and completion (training will also be provided)
• Display strong technical knowledge of Financial Reporting Standards and International Standards for Auditing
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong analytical skills with good attention to detail
• Display commercial awareness
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Good experience using a variety of bookkeeping software, including c.loud-based platforms such as Sage, MyWorkPapers, QuickBooks and Xero
• Developing specialist sector knowledge and keep abreast of industry developments

What you will need to be;

• Be authentic in every situation and like to be connected to your team, clients and local communities
• Like to listen and understand, to show up every day with passion and to stand up for things that matter to you
• Be driven to succeed, take initiative and want results

As well as the above you will be ACA/ACCA part or nearly qualified and have experience of planning and completing audits as well as using an analytical review process and having experience of accounts preparation, delegating and reviewing work of trainees within the team.

The Haines Watts Way:

Our collective aspirations are simple:

• We strive to build and develop valued relationships as a trusted business advisor to our clients and connections.
• We strive to show passion for our work in helping clients achieve their goals and using our initiative to help solve problems.
• But above all, we strive to be authentic and inclusive as part of our DNA.

What you get back from us;

• Competitive salary
• Study support package if applicable
• Internal mentor and buddy system to support your career journey
• Excellent personal development programmes to support career growth opportunities
• Structured development as well as on the job practical training
• Flexible benefits reward package
• Access to our agile working policy
• Working and learning directly from our Associate Partners and Partners
• Ability to progress all the way to the top!

It starts with you!

Some people think being an accountant is all about numbers. Here at Haines Watts we don’t! We believe it’s all about our people and the relationships they forge as well as the specialist insight that they might build over time. We’ve been around for 90 years, so we must know a thing or two.

Our clients come from all walks of life. They have different backgrounds, experiences, talents, skills and goals. Just like our people.

So, we have a question for you: are you looking for a job that’s just about the numbers? Or do you want a career which leans into who you are as a person. You will build a common foundation with your colleagues whilst progressing from Trainee to Manager, but from there, with our in-house programmes to help you, we actively encourage you to discover who you are as a person.

Is your preference to become a foremost authority in an accountancy specialism or someone who is energised by relationships with clients and teams? We value either career path equally, but we know that you will value one more than the other and we will support you on that journey of discovery.

You can find out more about us and our story here.