Audit and Accounts Senior

Job Title

Audit and Accounts Senior (50/50)

Location:

Bedford

Package:
Salary depending on experience, circa £45k (higher for more experience), plus more (at the bottom of the spec)

Working Hours:

Full time, Monday-Friday, 8:30am-5:15pm

A new opportunity has arisen within a highly reputable top 100 practice, who are experiencing continued growth. This practice has over 30 offices across the UK but still prides itself on its people‑first culture.

• Prepare financial statements for sole traders, partnerships, charities and limited companies
• Prepare independent examinations for charity clients to be signed off by Partner
• Assist manager with client audit function
• Assist in the preparation of cash flows
• Liaise with clients to resolve any queries
• Complete all assignments within the allocated budget and on time
• Produce draft computations for clients
• Produce year‑end accounts for sole traders, partnerships and limited companies in accordance with the relevant accounting standards
• Review work undertaken by junior staff
• Provide assistance in the development of junior staff
• Prepare schedules for Tax returns
• Complete VAT returns

• ACA/ACCA qualified or studying towards qualifications. Can definitely consider part‑qualified candidates
• Minimum of 3 years Accountancy Practice recruitment in audit and accounts
• Strong IT skills and familiarity with different accounting software
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organisational skills
• Willingness to travel to clients and other offices are required

Salary dependent on experience, ranging from £35, (higher depending on experience).

25 days holiday, plus bank holidays

Life insurance

Study support

Subscription fees

Private Health Cover

Standard pension scheme and sick pay