Accounts & Audit Semi-Senior to Assistant Manager, Bury St Edmunds

About the Role

In this position, you'll work closely with directors and senior managers, delivering a portfolio of audit and/or accounts assignments for clients across a wide range of industries. You'll be involved from planning through to completion, taking ownership of your work and building strong client relationships.

You may also play a part in reviewing work and coaching junior team members, helping to maintain excellent service standards within the firm.

Key Responsibilities

• Working on a diverse portfolio of audit and non audit clients across a range of industry sectors from SME to larger corporate organisations
• Prepare audit and accounts files for senior review
• Preparing statutory accounts (UK GAAP / FRS 102-1A)
• Lead and deliver audit assignments from planning to completion
• Act as a day‑to‑day contact for clients
• Corporation tax preparation
• Support and mentor junior team members where required
• Develop risk‑based audit plans and relevant testing strategies
• Monitor job budgets and ensure deadlines are met
• Working collaboratively to ensure excellent client service levels

What We’re Looking For

• ACA / ACCA qualified or currently studying towards and AAT qualified
• Recent experience in a UK accountancy practice (minimum 2 years in practice)
• Strong knowledge of UK GAAP and FRS 102 Section 1A
• Excellent communication skills and confidence dealing with clients
• A naturally diligent approach with a good attention to detail
• Excellent organisation skills and confidence working across both accounts and audit functions

What’s On Offer

• Competitive salary: <<30,000 - <<50,000 (experience dependent)
• Long‑term career development within an established practice
• Friendly, flexible and collaborative working environment
• Hybrid working offered following a qualifying period
• Study support offered and clear career development framework
• Opportunity to broaden your audit and accounts experience across multiple sectors