Audit Assistant

At Larking Gowen, our people are at the heart of everything we do. Our commitment to both our employees and clients is at the core of who we are. We strive to create a supportive and inclusive workplace culture where employee wellbeing is paramount, work-life balance is valued, and personal growth is encouraged through tailored training and development opportunities. To be a valued member of the Corporate Audit and Advisory team. Working with the management team to actively contribute to the delivery of exceptional client, development of the team, and creating an inclusive supportive environment. Requirements Audit Assistant Based in Ipswich Working hours Flexible Salary starting from £25,000 Responsibilities Client Delivery Complete audit work all on Financial Statements Areas to a high standard with minimal supervision Assist in the preparation of individual and consolidated financial statements (primarily UK GAAP) Maintain good working relationships with client’s and their staff Awareness of the wide range of Larking Gowen services and ability to spot opportunities to potentially sell those services Task Management Ensure the firm meets all regulatory requirements Consistently achieves deadlines and understands the commercial implications of actions relating to productivity, recoverability, fee income and client service. Take responsibility for setting and monitoring job budgets Communicates workload with Manager or AIC. Training Ensure compliance with all CPD requirements, if applicable Attend training courses as identified to develop both technical and personal skills Share experience with other colleagues to assist development of the department as a whole Provide constructive and timely feedback to junior staff on assignments Other Responsibilities Adheres to the firm’s risk management policies and procedures Undertakes other duties to meet the demands of the business as required Individual Specification: Education and qualifications Essential: Part way through studying for ACA or ACCA AAT Level 4 qualified (if applicable) Skills and Experience Essential: Experience of working with an external client base Experience of assisting in the preparation of financial statements and tax computations Experience of auditing entities in a range of industries (e.g. commercial and NfP) Experience of using Microsoft packages, internet, email, and computerised accounts packages Proven ability to adapt quickly to changing deadline and priorities Personal Attributes Essential: Strong organisation skills Excellent communication skills (written and oral) Be able to operate at a high level of confidentiality Have a “can do” approach Innovative and able to use own initiative Deliver excellent client service at all times Other Essential: Applicants must be willing to travel to other offices in East Anglia when needed In return you will have support to establish your career with Larking Gowen at a pace that suits you both personally and professionally . We also offer benefits which include: Holiday 24 days plus 8 days bank holidays Professional subscriptions Medicash Plan Life Assurance Pension 5% employee 3% employer Annual salary review Exam awards Option to purchase PMI 10 days paid sickness Group Income Protection Benefits In return you will have support to establish your career with Larking Gowen at a pace that suits you both personally and professionally . We also offer benefits which include: Generous Holiday Allowance Life Assurance Pension with employer contributions rising with length of service Medicash Plan Paid sickness Professional subscriptions Group Income Protection Annual salary review Option to purchase PMI Plus many more!