323 Audit Assistant jobs in the United Kingdom

TPF Recruitment is delighted to be partnering with a top 20 accountancy firm in their pursuit of talent for their newly formed and rapidly growing office in Reigate. Our client is on the trajectory to becoming a top 10 practice and is renowned for serving an impressive clientele. With a commitment to positive growth, the firm is eager to expand its team with skilled professionals who have a background in UK audit practice.

Role Overview:

As an Audit Semi-Senior, you will play a pivotal role in contributing to the success of our clients dynamic team. With at least 1 year of UK audit experience, you will be an integral part of the audit process, gaining exposure to a diverse range of clients and industries. This position offers an exciting opportunity for career development, extensive training, and study support.

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Audit Assistant Director (Finance)

National College Group (Education)

Full Time/Permanent

Newcastle

£47-49K

We are searching for an Assistant Director of Data and Assurance for a national college group based in Newcastle. Reporting into the Director of Business Assurance and Risk, the appointed individual will deliver a portfolio of risk and assurance activities designed to protect and enhance the business. This role is for someone with a general audit background, and the relevant professional must have CIA ACCA or ACA or CIMA Accountancy qualification.

The new Assistant Director of Data and Assurance will also contribute to maintaining high standards of data protection across the business.

This is a varied and hands-on role where the Assistant Director of Data and Assurance will pay a key part in supporting their risk, assurance, and data protection activities.

The successful candidate will ideally have experience of leading internal audits across a complex organisation. Previous management experience would be preferred.

Responsibilities:

To support the Director of Business Assurance and Risk in:

• Carrying out high quality advisory reviews to support management in discrete areas that may be less established or where the subject matter does not lend itself to a formal audit as part of the internal audit plan; ensuring reviews are undertaken in accordance with professional standards and with minimum supervision.

li>Confidently leading planning, scoping and feedback meetings with senior stakeholders when undertaking risk, assurance and advisory activities.
li>Documenting advisory and assurance work to a high standard and in adherence with professional standards.
li>Working collaboratively and effectively with their assurance partners. This includes overseeing the timely and successful delivery of the internal audit plan which is outsourced to our audit partner.
< i>Consistently seeking ways to modernise the assurance offer and challenge existing methods to drive continuous improvement (including the use of IT / Data analytical tools as available).
< i>Proactively delivering the follow up of recommendations process.

• Coaching and mentoring more junior staff and providing support as required.


• Establishing positive relationships with group staff, championing the assurance offer and supporting key stakeholders to recognise the value of assurance.

< i>Preparing high-quality Audit and Risk Committee papers which require little / no rework.
li>Investigating and responding to data security incidents and overseeing the implementation of actions.

• Supervising and supporting the Data Protection Compliance Officer to ensure requests ie information requests/ data right requests/ requests from law enforcement authorities are actioned in line with relevant legislation.


• Overseeing and supporting progress against the ICO’s Accountability Framework. This includes working with the Data Protection Compliance Officer, the Records Management Officer and with wider stakeholders to implement actions and strengthen compliance.

Experience: 

CIA/ACCA/ACA qualification a must.

• Thorough understanding of the principles of risk management, internal control and internal audit practices.

Experience of leading internal audits across a complex organisation (ideally within the education sector).

• Experience in general data auditing.


• The ability to quickly understand policies and procedures and apply auditing principles.


• Strong analytical skills and ability to draw conclusions from audit fieldwork, and make suggestions as to possible improvements to internal control.


• Excellent administration and organisational skills, including the ability to produce accurate and succinct reports.


• Excellent communication skills with the ability to persuade, influence and negotiate with others (at all levels).


• Committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults.


• Able to obtain clear DBS Certificate

• Liaising with clients and managing client expectations.
  
• Organising and running accounting and audit assignments for the portfolio.
  
• Supervising and reviewing staff output, primarily accounts for audit production.
  
• Reporting directly to the Partner and attending client meetings.
  
• Reviewing accounts and corporation tax deliverables
  
• Working within an existing team of Managers and Partners to further develop and support the growth of the office and development of the team.
  

• ACA/ ACCA qualified or qualified by experience
  
• Extensive audit experience, working within a Practice environment
  
• Confident and comfortable providing exceptional client service and delivery
  
• A dynamic approach - adapts quickly to change and is able to find smart ways to deliver the best result
  

• 48,000- 58,000 dependent on experience.
  
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays. 
  
• Hybrid and flexible working.
  
• One of the best benefits packages in the market.
  
• Please apply or contact Tristan Finch for a confidential conversation.
  

• Liaising with clients and managing client expectations.
  
• Organising and running accounting and audit assignments for the portfolio.
  
• Supervising and reviewing staff output, primarily accounts for audit production.
  
• Reporting directly to the Partner and attending client meetings.
  
• Reviewing accounts and corporation tax deliverables
  
• Working within an existing team of Managers and Partners to further develop and support the growth of the office and development of the team.
  

• ACA/ ACCA qualified or qualified by experience
  
• Extensive audit experience, working within a Practice environment
  
• Confident and comfortable providing exceptional client service and delivery
  
• A dynamic approach - adapts quickly to change and is able to find smart ways to deliver the best result
  

• 48,000- 58,000 dependent on experience.
  
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays. 
  
• Hybrid and flexible working.
  
• One of the best benefits packages in the market.
  
• Please apply or contact Tristan Finch for a confidential conversation.
  

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About the Role:

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Audit Assistant Manager or Manager to join our dynamic audit team. This role is ideal for professionals with a strong background in audit and assurance services who are ready to step into a leadership position. The successful candidate will support audit engagements, work closely with clients across a range of industries and hopef.

At TPF Recruitment, we proudly represent a distinguished firm of chartered accountants based in Maidenhead. With a robust network of offices across the UK, they offer a comprehensive suite of financial and strategic services, empowering clients to achieve sustained growth and long-term success. Moreover, their global reach ensures they can deliver insights and support wherever their clients operate.

This reputable and growing firm are currently seeking a skilled Audit Assistant Manager to join their Maidenhead team on a permanent, full-time basis. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in executing audits, ensuring adherence to established procedures while providing guidance to junior staff members.

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