Financial Accountant Our client, a rapidly expanding top 20 accountancy practice, is continuing its growth journey and is now seeking a motivated and commercially aware Accountant to join its high-performing audit team.
This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified or part-qualified accountant who wants strong client exposure, real responsibility, and a clear progression path toward Assistant Manager and beyond.
You will work directly with Managers and Partners across a diverse portfolio of owner-managed businesses, SMEs, and larger corporate clients, gaining hands-on experience and leadership exposure in a collaborative and supportive environment.
Initially being offered as a Fixed Term Contract, these roles have a strong view to becoming permanent.
The Role You will take ownership of core audit and accounting areas and play a key role in delivering high-quality audit assignments while supporting and mentoring junior team members.
Key Responsibilities Audit & Technical Delivery Take responsibility for key audit areas and assist in managing client audits, reporting to the Audit Manager Plan and execute assignments to ensure completion on time and within budget Prepare audit files to required professional standards Prepare statutory financial statements and supporting documentation Draft journals in line with appropriate accounting principles Review work completed by junior staff and prepare files for managerial review Perform detailed technical work and contribute to client discussions using commercial awareness Identify alternative or innovative audit approaches Maintain up-to-date knowledge of accounting and audit technical developments Maintain high standards of quality and reporting across engagements Client & Commercial Exposure Liaise directly with clients throughout the audit process Act as a key point of contact between the client and audit manager Build strong working relationships and understand clients businesses and industries Liaise with the Tax Department on relevant matters Assist in developing new client relationships Team Leadership & Development Take ownership of tasks and ensure delivery to deadlines Monitor work delegated to junior staff and manage workflow Provide coaching, guidance, and constructive feedback to team members Support a positive and collaborative team environment Communicate updates regularly to managers and team members Identify personal development areas and continue professional growth Take an active leadership role within the team Candidate Profile ACA / ACCA qualified (practice trained) 24+ years audit experience in an accountancy practice Strong knowledge of auditing standards and financial reporting Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Commercial awareness and ability to engage confidently with clients Organised, deadline-driven and capable of managing multiple assignments t To discuss this role further or other please contact Jean O'Donovan on or Skills: Audit Financial Accounting Financial Reporting