Specialist Audit

Company Description

Buckley Watson Limited is a fast-growing, independently owned firm of Chartered Accountants, Registered Auditors, and Tax Specialists based in Essex. The firm provides a comprehensive range of services, including tax planning, compliance, payroll management, and advanced cloud accountancy, designed to offer clients clarity and peace of mind. By leveraging the latest technology, Buckley Watson delivers proactive, accurate, and timely financial information to support key business decisions.

The firm has expanded by incorporating several established practices, including Masons Chartered Accountants, Haydens Accounts, Tomlyns Accountancy, Accounting Kiwi, and Spencer Fellows & Co Chartered Accountants, reinforcing its reputation for reliable, hassle‑free accounting support.

The Specialist Audit Staff role is a full‑time, on‑site position based in Leigh‑On‑Sea. The individual in this role will participate in planning and executing audit engagements, including performing detailed testing of financial records, controls, and systems for a diverse portfolio of clients. Day‑to‑day responsibilities include preparing working papers, drafting audit findings, supporting the completion of audit reports, and ensuring compliance with relevant accounting and auditing standards.

The role also involves liaising with clients to clarify audit queries, gathering documentation, and providing clear explanations of findings and recommendations. The Specialist Audit Staff will collaborate closely with senior auditors and partners to maintain high‑quality service and contribute to process improvements within the audit function.

• Strong technical skills in auditing, financial reporting, and understanding of relevant accounting standards (e.g., UK GAAP, IFRS).
• Proficiency in using accounting and audit software, including cloud‑based systems and standard office productivity tools.
• Excellent analytical and problem‑solving abilities to interpret financial data and identify risks, control weaknesses, and inconsistencies.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills to prepare clear audit documentation and interact professionally with clients and colleagues.
• High attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple assignments and deadlines.
• Professional qualification in progress or completed (e.g., ACA, ACCA) or equivalent experience in an audit or accountancy environment.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a team, show initiative, and uphold integrity and confidentiality in all assignments.
• Experience in practice‑based audit work and familiarity with small and medium‑sized enterprises is beneficial.