Audit Assistant Manager

Ambition are collaborating with a top 30 accountancy firm to recruit an Audit Assistant manager/Supervisor for their London office. This is an excellent opportunity to join an established team, supporting the manager in executing audit assignments, contributing to the firm's reputation across diverse sectors.

The firm are a dynamic and ambitious assurance practice, comprising 6 partners and a dedicated team of 70 professionals. They cater to a broad spectrum of privately owned businesses across various industries, including financial services, real estate, retail, manufacturing, professional practices, and technology and media. Their clientele ranges from innovative start-ups to large international corporations, with several of their significant clients boasting turnovers and/or assets exceeding £200 million.

They provide exceptional service and are committed to offering regular, valuable training to support the development of their staff. The low turnover rate among their employees highlights the positive culture within the team and firm, as well as their commitment to offering career advancement opportunities. The firm has a proven track record of promoting individuals to managerial and partner roles within the firm.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan, conduct, and finalize audits in line with auditing standards and the firm's methodologies.
• Prepare financial statements, including consolidated accounts, under UK GAAP or IFRS.
• Oversee audit assignments, fostering strong client relationships, resolving audit issues before managerial review, and providing feedback on junior staff's work.
• Communicate complex or sensitive issues with the manager and partner, using discretion to escalate matters when necessary.
• Conduct training sessions for junior team members throughout the year and suggest innovative improvements to audit methodologies for greater efficiency.

Ideal Candidate:

• ACA qualified
• Strong audit focus with experience in UK GAAP and IFRS
• Experience in group audits and coordination with group/component auditors
• Proven ability to lead an audit team of two or more members

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