Audit Assistant Manager
Department: Audit
Employment Type: Permanent
Location: Ipswich
Description
Are you ready to take the next step in your audit career? We have an exciting opportunity for an Audit Assistant Manager to join our growing team.
At Scrutton Bland, now proudly part of the Sumer Group, we combine the strength and opportunities of a national network with the supportive, people-focused culture of a local firm. We are a forward-thinking and innovative practice, known for delivering first-class audit services and trusted advice to a diverse portfolio of business and private clients.
This role is ideal for a motivated and detail-driven qualified professional, who is looking to develop their career in a collaborative environment. You'll play a key role in delivering high-quality audits, supporting and mentoring team members, and contributing to the continued success of both our local team and the wider Sumer network.
The Role
You will undertake audits for a range of clients across a variety of sectors, including owner managed businesses, charities and entities within the education sector. You will have a can do approach and be confident managing a varied workload, you will also get the opportunity to act as a mentor and assist with the development of our trainees.
You will be involved with managing the workflow of the audit team and play a key role in the planning, on site field work, execution and finalisation of the audit process. You will supervise the work of the audit team, aiming to resolve issues before escalating to the Manager/Partner for review.
Key Responsibilities:
* Plan audits in advance of audit fieldwork, ensuring it appropriately addresses identified risks and achieves the objectives.
* Allocate areas of responsibility within the audit team when drafting audit plans.
* Undertake audits of commercial and not-for-profit clients, leading audit teams of up to five people.
* Lead audits to ensure client timescales are met and budgets are adhered to.
* Drafting the management letter to clients, recommending improvements to their accounting systems and controls.
* When requested, review audit work performed by more junior members of the team, whilst providing verbal and written constructive feedback.
* Ensure junior members of the team understand their responsibilities, providing appropriate on-the-job training.
* Drafting individual and consolidated financial statements.
* Maintain and developing strong relationships with clients and colleague.
Skills, Knowledge & Expertise
* Fully qualified in either ACA/ACCA.
* Experience using Inflo or similar audit software, confident working in a fully paperless, digital audit environment.
* Demonstrable ability to plan, manage, and review audit assignments efficiently, meeting deadlines and budgets.
* Practical audit experience gained in a similar environment.
* A full driving license and access to independent transport is required.
Job Benefits
We offer an attractive reward and benefits package which you can tailor to suit your needs.
* Starting salary from £40,000 if you're newly qualified in ACA/ACCA, plus a sign on bonus of £5,000 – a total package of £45,000!
* Flexible and Hybrid working
* Commitment to continued learning and development
* 36 days holiday (including 8 bank holidays and 3 days Christmas closure)
* Option to purchase a further 5 days
* Life Assurance up to 4x salary and contribution towards the Firm's pension scheme
* Employee health and wellbeing programme
* Regular social and informal events within the organisation
Belong @ Sumer
At Sumer, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse work environment, not just as buzzwords, but as the heartbeat of our team. Our recruitment practices reflect this commitment, welcoming individuals from all backgrounds. We prioritise creating an environment where every candidate feels respected and supported throughout the hiring process.
Everyone is unique and we understand that each individual may have distinct needs to showcase their best selves during interviews. Our commitment is to offer personalised support for all candidates. Let our team know how we can bring out your fullest potential.
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