Connect2Employment

We are looking for an experienced audit professional to take ownership of a varied client portfolio, manage engagements from planning through completion, and play a key role in developing both client relationships and the wider business. What you'll be doing Managing a portfolio of medium and large clients, including group structures. Allocating staff to audits and overseeing workflow. Reviewing audit files and highlighting key issues to the Responsible Individual (RI). Liaising professionally with clients to maintain strong working relationships. Setting budgets, negotiating fees, and raising invoices in line with agreed billing schedules. Monitoring delivery against budgets and identifying causes of overruns. Participating in appraisals, reviews, and identifying training needs for the team. Engaging in business development and networking to contribute to firm growth. What we're looking for ACA or ACCA qualified. At least 2 years' post-qualified audit experience within a UK accountancy practice. Strong technical knowledge of UK GAAP. IT proficient, ideally with CaseWare experience. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to prioritise, meet deadlines, and manage multiple assignments. Strong risk assessment skills at both planning and completion stages. Proactive, flexible, and confident in working independently or as part of a team. Demonstrates a positive, professional attitude and acts as a role model to others. What's on offer Competitive salary, dependent on experience. Hybrid working (Monday to Friday). Annual Christmas Bonus equivalent to one week's salary. Salary Sacrifice Pension Scheme (Employer: 5%; Employee: 3%), subject to eligibility. Private Medical Insurance after 3 months' service (taxable benefit). Death in Service cover (4x salary). Group Income Protection Scheme (non-contributory) after 3 months' service. 25 days annual leave (pro-rata), including 3 days normally taken at Christmas/New Year. Connect2Employment is a trading style of Luton & Kent Commercial Services LLP - A joint venture between Luton Borough Council & Commercial Services Kent Ltd. Connect2Employment is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business. It positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates.