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Audit Semi Senior - Leicester.

We are recruiting for an Audit Semi Senior in our Leicester office.

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Job Type

full-time

Location

Leicester

We're on the lookout for a driven, client-focused audit professional to join our expanding team. If you're ambitious and eager to take your career to new heights, then this is the opportunity for you.

Why Dains

Ranked 29th in the National Accountancy Age ranking by firm size. With over 700 talented individuals across the UK and Ireland, we're a force to be reckoned with. Our core services are Accountancy & Business Services, Audit, Corporate Finance, Forensic Accounting, and Taxation alongside outsourced FD and HR support. Integrated into our DNA are the values of Fairness, Working & Succeeding Together, Integrity and Valued Relationships. This shapes everything we do, creating a vibrant and supportive work culture.

What We Offer

At Dains, our employees are our greatest asset. We're committed to providing the best working environment, where you'll have the opportunity to learn, grow, and thrive. From development and training to flexible benefits and hybrid working options, we prioritise your well-being and professional development.

Our people are what make us great

  • Our People

    At Dains, our employees are our greatest asset. We are also an Investor in People Gold Award winner.

  • The Environment

    We're committed to providing the best working environment, where you will have the opportunity to learn, grow, and thrive.

  • Your Wellbeing

    From development and training to flexible benefits and hybrid working options, we prioritise your well-being and professional development.

  • Your Future

    We are heavily investing in learning and development with the intention of being the market leader for growing and nurturing professionals.

Your Role

Responsibilities

In your role as an Audit Semi Senior at Dains, you'll be at the forefront of delivering exceptional service to our clients. You'll have the opportunity to work across various client groups and sectors throughout the Midlands, gaining exposure to diverse service needs and honing your skills. From supervising the audit team to providing leadership and guidance to junior members, you'll play a pivotal role in ensuring the success of your projects.

  • You will take ownership for the audit of a client reporting directly to the Manager, Director or Partners

  • You will prepare audit files to the required standard

  • Liaison with the Tax Department on any tax related matters

  • Preparation of statutory and non-statutory accounts

  • Delegation of assignments and supervision of junior members of staff, followed by review of the work performed

  • Drafting of journals requiring you to understand fairly complex accounting principles

  • The completion of the assignment in accordance with the budget with any variations being promptly recorded

  • To provide ad-hoc support to other members of the audit department as required

Education, Skills and Experience

  • Working towards the ACA, ACCA qualification

  • To have a professional and approachable with clients and develop good working relationships

  • Strong attention to detail

  • Ability to work to deadlines 

  • Have a positive and proactive approach

  • Willingness to embrace new challenges and bring fresh ideas to the table.

  • A commitment to delivering outstanding client service and driving exceptional outcomes

  • A valid driving licence with the ability to travel to the Rugby office and Client sites by car

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ATTRIBUTES

  • You will be working towards the ACA, ACCA qualification 

  • The ability to communicate openly and build relationships with clients

  • Confidence in leading junior team members

  • Not afraid to take on new challenges

  • Demonstrate high commitment to excellent client services

  • Have a genuine desire to deliver exceptional outcomes

Our commitment to you

Benefits
25 days annual leave (increases with length of service) plus normal statutory bank holidays)
Hybrid and flexible work options
Buy and sell annual leave
Discounted shopping platform
Life assurance
Group staff pension scheme
Private medical
Cycle to work scheme
Greener car scheme
Regular development reviews and training
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Where this role is based

Leicester

Unit 2, Charnwood Edge Business Park, Syston Road Cossington Leicestershire LE7 4UZ

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0116 261 0061

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Do you have what it takes?

If you have any problems submitting your application using the form below then please send your application to Nicola Jones (remembering to quote the job and location you are applying for).

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The Application Process

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    1. Applications

    Please complete the application submission form at the end of the job spec or send your full CV to applications@dains.com.

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    2. Assessment

    If your application is shortlisted, you will be contacted, and a telephone screening interview will be scheduled.

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    3. Interview

    Following a successful telephone screening interview, you will be invited to attend a face-to-face interview with the hiring manager.

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    4. Evaluation

    You will be notified of the outcome of your interview and provided with feedback.