Audit and Accounts Supervisor / Assistant Manager Romford (office-based) £38,000 - £55,000

A well-established accountancy practice based in Romford is seeking an Audit & Accounts Supervisor or Assistant Manager to join its close-knit team. With a strong reputation for delivering tailored services to a diverse client base, the firm offers a hands-on role combining 60% audit and 40% accounts work.

This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified or newly qualified accountant who enjoys working in a traditional, paper-based audit environment and wants to take on more responsibility within a growing practice.

Role Responsibilities

• Leading and supervising audit assignments from planning through to completion.
• Working on paper-based audits, ensuring accuracy and compliance throughout.
• Preparing and reviewing statutory accounts for a varied client portfolio.
• Managing a workload split of approximately 60% audit and 40% accounts.
• Supporting and reviewing junior team members' work.
• Preparing and reviewing VAT returns.
• Assisting with payroll processing and related compliance.
• Liaising directly with clients, building and maintaining strong relationships.
• Ensuring deadlines are met and work is delivered to a high standard.

Personal Requirements

• ACA / ACCA qualified or newly qualified.
• Strong experience in both audit and accounts within an accountancy practice.
• Confident managing audits with minimal supervision.
• Comfortable working in a paper-based audit environment.
• Experience with VAT and payroll.
• Strong communication skills and client-facing experience.
• Ability to supervise and support junior staff.
• Must have completed studies - candidates still undertaking exams cannot be considered.

Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Exposure to a varied client base across audit and accounts.
• Opportunity to take on responsibility and progress within a small, supportive team.
• Stable, long-established firm environment.
• Hands-on role with direct client interaction.

If you are qualified or newly qualified and looking for a varied audit and accounts role within a well-established independent practice, apply now.

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