Key Achievements:

• Assisted in audits for multiple clients, reducing preparation and fieldwork time by 20%.

• Helped identify accounting discrepancies, recovering £10,000 / $12,000 in client funds.

• Streamlined audit documentation processes, saving 5–10 hours per engagement.

• Supported senior auditors in completing audits on time and in compliance with standards.

• Contributed to improved client satisfaction by ensuring accurate and timely reporting.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Assist in planning and executing audit engagements for clients.

• Prepare and review audit working papers, schedules, and supporting documentation.

• Perform testing of client account balances, transactions, and internal controls.

• Assist in reconciling client ledgers and investigating discrepancies.

• Support senior auditors in preparing client financial statements in accordance with UK GAAP, IFRS, or US GAAP.

• Conduct substantive testing on income, expenditure, assets, and liabilities.

• Assist with VAT, payroll, and other statutory compliance tasks during audits.

• Maintain audit documentation in line with firm standards and audit requirements.

• Support client meetings and discussions by preparing relevant data and schedules.

• Liaise with clients to obtain supporting documents and resolve queries.

• Identify potential control weaknesses or areas of risk and report to senior auditors.

• Assist in the preparation of management accounts and other financial reports.

• Ensure compliance with internal policies, procedures, and professional standards.

• Participate in team briefings and contribute to knowledge sharing.

• Maintain accurate records of audit testing and findings.

• Support ad-hoc audit projects and special tasks as required.

• Contribute to continuous professional development (CPD) and technical training.

• Collaborate with other practice teams, including tax and advisory, for integrated client service.

• Help ensure audit deadlines and client deliverables are met.

• Uphold professional ethics and confidentiality in all client interactions.