Audit and Accounts Manager

Audit & Accounts Manager Job Vacancy

We're delighted to be supporting a UK Top 50 firm in their search for a motivated, ambitious and talented Audit and Accounts Manager in St Albans.

You'll be qualified to ACCA or ACA level with at least 4 years experience of working in UK practice.

You'll have recent experience of leading large turnover audits and you'll have a sound understanding of UK GAAP, IFRS, auditing standards, all matters of general accounting and tax.

We're seeking an excellent communicator and you'll have existing supervisory level experience and be excited to lead a team of brilliant accountants to produce a first class level of service and technical output for a loyal and growing client portfolio.

In return you'll enjoy a market-beating set of rewards including a generous salary of up to £70k p/a, a clear pathway of professional development and a flexible approach to ensuring staff enjoy a great work life balance.

If this Audit & Accounts Manager job in St Albans sounds like the right opportunity for you, contact us in confidence today.

Job Purpose

• Managing audits from planning through to completion including some field work.
• Review of accounts preparation for non-audit clients.
• Reviewing work prepared by junior staff members.
• Corporate tax computations.
• Involvement in the management of a portfolio of clients, from resource planning to WIP and budget management.
• Work closely with clients to build trusted relationships, being the go-to for support.
• Confidently present work to Managers, completing files to a high standard.
• Experience of accounting and audit software.
• Underpin audit and accounts matters with current legislation and compliance.
• Handle compliance queries from clients.
• Assist with pitching to new clients and attending networking opportunities, championing new business for the firm.
• Mentor and support new trainees, supporting with their learning and development.
• Set an example for the team.

About The Employer

This well-regarded UK Top 50 firm in St Albans firm places significant emphasis on its workforce values and knows that its people are what makes its services stand out from its competitors. They are proud to recognise and nurture potential so talented candidates that secure an opportunity here will benefit from an enhanced level of professional development.

This employer is searching for ambitious and committed accountants and in return is proud to offer an enhanced financial reward and package of additional benefits.

What’s On Offer

• £50,000 to £70,000 per annum.
• Permanent role, full time role.
• Company pension.
• Generous annual leave.
• Supportive and inclusive company culture.
• Continued professional development.
• Flexible working.
• Study support.
• Healthcare.
• Retail discounts.
• Wellbeing support.
• Paid professional subscriptions.
• Critical illness cover.
• Life assurance.
• Season ticket loan.
• Annual salary reviews.

The Successful Applicant

• ACCA or ACA qualified, or finalist, with previous accountancy practice experience.
• Experience leading high turnover audits.
• Charitable or NFP experience desirable.
• Self-motivated and reliable who is eager to progress.
• Technically efficient in both audit and accounting.
• A drive to deliver an excellent level of service.
• Effective communication skills are essential, both verbal and written.
• An appetite to progress and take on a supervisory role within the firm.

About Public Practice Recruitment Ltd

Public Practice Recruitment Ltd recruits high-calibre accounting professionals at all levels for tax, accounts, and auditor jobs on both a permanent and temporary basis for accountancy firms.

Specialising solely in accountancy recruitment, Public Practice Recruitment Ltd regularly has new auditor jobs and accountancy jobs in St Albans and has a superb track record of meeting and exceeding expectations for accountants looking for their next accounting role.