Audit Senior

Job Description

Job Purpose:Support the audit function in the delivery of audit work across the department, adherence to required standards and all tasks are completed on time, to standard, and within budget. Scope/Reach & Key Relationships All those involved in the deliveryof audit work Partners & colleagues in other service lines who are key stakeholders in audit clients Client contacts Supervision of Audit semi seniors & assistants Government bodies and external organisations such as HMRCPrincipal Accountabilities / Responsibilities:Job/Workflow & Technical Management Implementation of all allocated client audit work ensuring effective team workflow Arrange & lead audit planning meetings Preparation or delegation of key client audit work in line with agreed budget ensuring adherence tothe KR Way standards of performance document (in particular The Life of an Audit) liaising with Senior Manager/manager/Assistant Manager where necessary on complex or key areas Monitor work progress and ensure appropriate levels of communication with all clientsand internal stakeholders on progress for each key task or phase Research and seeking to resolve issues for upward communication in more complex clients or higher risk aspects of audit work Prepare the whole of the completion section including Going Concern,full KAF, etc Complete administration on audit files and set up relevant file reviews ensuring all sections (except complex technical areas) are of a standard to be reviewed by a manager Where agreed, review of audit assistants work Clearance of manager &appropriate RI review points Provide assistance to other members of the service line as required Contribute to the preparation of bills for own/team audit work done where required Act as a key point of contact for any outsourced team members Apply learningsfrom one audit to the next Keep APS workflow up to dateClient, Internal and External Organisational Contact Act as a key point of contact for nominated clients during audit fieldwork Make proactive contact throughout the year outside of the direct audit processto maintain relationship momentum and for instance arranging stock takes where relevant Return phone calls and written correspondence to all of the above within the required deadline and ensure promises are kept wherever possible Attend Audit review and closedown meetings for clients as required Ensure client hygiene factors are in place, AML, KYC reviews, engagement letters, etc Leadership, People Management and Development Supervise semi seniors & assistants who are involved in production and delivery of auditwork and ensure work is reviewed appropriately, as agreed Ensure clear task plans & milestones for each piece of audit work Provide feedback to all team members involved in specific audit work on adherence to standards, errors, learnings and opportunity forvalue add Arrange debrief meetings Provide appropriate training to new starters and more junior team members where appropriateNew Business Development Support the Audit team in delivering the required departmental incremental fee target via networking (internal& external), and meeting attendance Contributing to business pitches, articles & webinar content Develop internal Kreston Reeves connections such that access and support are identified by other internal departments to their own client base & cross referralopportunities identified Values - Demonstrates living of the companys values. Understand - Be curious, ask more & listen. Put yourself in the other persons shoes. Look Ahead - Anticipate the future, plan for it, and embrace the benefits of change. Makeit Personal - Adapt to others needs, flex your style to get the best outcome for every situation. Be Crystal Clear - Consult others, give helpful feedback; ensure people know whats going on, and how it impacts on them. Be Human - Invest time in buildingstrong relationships, have a positive can do attitude and help others to grow.