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Senior Audit Associate - Wants industry

Status: Actively looking
Location: London
Desired location: London,Berkshire
Exp. years: 5+ years
Specialisms: Audit, Financial Statements, financial accounting
Job Type: Permanent,Remote
Availability: 3 months notice
Overview:

Candidate Summary:

This candidate is a highly qualified professional with an ACA qualification and a First-Class Honours degree in Accounting & Management. They have a rich employment history with roles in auditing at different levels. They have led audits for multinational entities, worked under high-pressure deadlines, and have experience in team management and client communication. They have a strong understanding of UK GAAP and IFRS, PCAOB standards, and SOX and SEC reporting requirements. Additionally, they possess advanced knowledge of various software including Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, QuickBooks, Sage, Xero, NetSuite, CCH Accounts Production, Microsoft Dynamics, SAP, Disclose, and Workday.

Employment:

Senior Audit Associate

2022-Present

Led audits of listed and multinational entities, worked in a high-pressure environment meeting tight deadlines, and ensured audits were conducted to the standards of a market-leading professional services firm. They performed technical audit work on client site with audit teams, involving the delegating and reviewing of work and coaching junior staff members. They managed communication across larger teams, ensuring workflow was appropriate for audits to run smoothly. They liaised with clients extensively, including across multiple time-zones.

Audit Senior

2021-2022

Supervised audits, coordinated tasks, and managed progress on jobs. They carried out audits of entities listed on the London Stock Exchange and prepared and finalised statutory accounts for SMEs from incomplete records and accounting software packages.

Graduate Trainee

2018-2021

During this period, the candidate completed ACA qualification and engaged in a mix of audit, accounts, and corporation tax work. They communicated with and advised clients, solving queries that arose.

Junior Auditor (Placement Year)

2016-2017

The candidate completed a placement year, gaining experience in auditing, accounts, and corporation tax work.

Education:

Completed ACA qualification in 2021 and graduated with First Class Honours in Accounting & Management in 2018.

Skills:

The candidate has advanced skills in Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, QuickBooks, Sage, Xero, NetSuite, CCH Accounts Production, Microsoft Dynamics, SAP, Disclose, and Workday. They are experienced in auditing, team management, client communication, and have a strong understanding of UK GAAP and IFRS, PCAOB standards, and SOX and SEC reporting requirements.

 

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