Accounts & Audit Senior

Accounts & Audit Senior | 8 Partner Firm | Braintree

Are you an ACA or ACCA qualified or recently qualified accounting professional looking to take on a broad, autonomous role within a thriving regional practice? Are you seeking a dynamic position that offers end-to-end management of statutory accounts and audit engagements, opportunities to mentor junior trainees, and attractive benefits including profit-share bonuses and early-finish Fridays?

As an Accounts & Audit Senior based in Braintree, you will play a pivotal role within an established practice operating across three vibrant offices. You will take full ownership of unsupervised accounts preparation, complex audit assignments, management reporting, and corporate tax computations, while providing vital support to Partners and Managers and helping develop junior team members.

About the Firm

This 8 Partner Firm is a leading independent accountancy and business advisory practice based across three vibrant regional offices. Known for its commitment to excellence and professional development, the firm provides comprehensive accounting, audit, taxation, and advisory services to a diverse, growing client base. Operating in a collaborative and supportive environment, the practice invests heavily in its people, offering clear career progression, ongoing technical training, and an engaging culture.

Responsibilities

Take full ownership of unsupervised statutory accounts preparation and complex accounting issues for diverse commercial clients.
Plan, execute, and complete statutory audit assignments in adherence to current regulations and internal quality standards.
Prepare detailed management accounts and financial control schedules for larger corporate clients.
Draft corporate tax computations and liaise directly with the tax department on complex or unusual adjustments.
Review work completed by accounts and audit assistants, identifying training needs and providing constructive feedback.
Delegate work effectively across junior team members, ensuring assignments are delivered on time and within budget.
Maintain proactive communication with Partners and Managers regarding job progress, technical findings, and deadlines.

As an Accounts & Audit Senior you will:

Manage end-to-end accounting and audit workflows efficiently while adhering strictly to practice procedures and budgets.
Act as a key point of contact for clients, building lasting professional relationships and resolving day-to-day queries.
Prepare group and consolidated accounts and handle complex financial disclosures under FRS 102 and IFRS standards.
Mentor and develop junior trainees, fostering a supportive and high-performing team environment.
Ensure all health and safety policies and compliance procedures are rigorously upheld across assignments.

What You’ll Receive

Paid parking on-site for all staff.
4.5% employer pension contribution (4% employee contribution on full salary after 3 months service).
2x salary Life Assurance cover from the first date of employment.
Annual profit-share bonus scheme (estimated between 2% and 3.5% of salary based on a full year).
Early finish Friday option for full-time employees.
On-going courses, structured training, and career development support.

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