Audit & Accounts Professional

Space 8 Recruitment are thrilled to be supporting a well-established and hugely successful practice to recruit an Audit & Accounts professional who aspires to become a Practice Director within less than 5 years.

This practice employs 21 staff with 3 Partners. They were established 40 years ago and have a good mix of loyal clients who they have had for decades and new business. They work across many industries including recruitment, manufacturing, legal, retail & charities and their client's turnovers range from

They describe themselves as being pretty relaxed, it's a very happy team and the culture is very positive. Many of the team have been there for 10 years +.

This role is part of a succession plan, with a route to Director within 5 years (likely to be less)

The role is 60% audit and 40% accounts and tax work.

• Flexi-time with core hours of 10am-4pm
• Hybrid - 2 days at home
• Career development opportunities

• Previous experience working within a UK accountancy practice.
• Experience in both audit and accounts preparation but a strong knowledge of both in particular auditing standards, processes and procedures. (We use the Mercia
• paper-based audit and accounts processes.)
• Good understanding of UK GAAP - particularly FRS 102.
• Exposure to multi company group situations and consolidated accounts preparation and audit
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines.
• Professional approach with excellent attention to detail.
• Confident communicating with clients.
• Driver with own car
• ACA/ACCA qualified but we will consider a part-qualified or nearly qualified individual with the potential for some study support for the right candidate.