Accounts and Audit Senior/Supervisor

Permanent

Full-Time

Reading, Berkshire

An independent firm of chartered accountants serving SME owner-managed businesses and regulated organisations across various sectors is seeking an Accounts and Audit Senior/Supervisor due to business expansion and growth.

Responsibilities:

Reporting to senior management, key duties will include:

- Preparation of financial and management accounts for Limited companies, Sole Traders, and Partnerships across diverse industries.

- Monthly and quarterly management accounting assignments, including VAT returns.

- Leading statutory audits from planning through to execution and completion.

- Assisting with larger financial accounting assignments.

- Managing audit assignments with support from junior team members.

- Preparing corporation tax calculations and returns.

- Building and maintaining strong relationships with accounts and audit clients through effective stakeholder management.

- Communicating with clients, colleagues, and partners to progress assignments and resolve queries.

- Supporting junior team members through supervision, mentoring, and training.

- Developing professional skills through self-study and in-house training programmes.

- Engaging in ad-hoc project work as required by senior management.

Skills Required:

- AAT qualified or qualified by experience.

- At least **3 years** in a practice role managing both accounts and audit assignments.

- Proactive, hands-on approach with strong problem-solving abilities.

- Experience working with SME/owner-managed businesses.

- Strong teamwork and leadership skills.

- Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.

This role offers an exciting opportunity for a professional looking to advance their career in **audit and accounts** within a growing firm.