Key Achievements:

• Successfully led multiple audit engagements, reducing completion time by 30% through efficient planning and workflow management.

• Identified £200,000 / $240,000 in recoverable discrepancies and potential cost-saving opportunities for clients.

• Introduced standardised audit procedures and documentation, improving review accuracy by 35%.

• Implemented automated audit tools, saving the audit team 10–15 hours per week.

• Mentored and developed audit teams, enhancing staff productivity, skill levels, and professional growth.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Lead audit engagements from planning to reporting, ensuring adherence to audit standards.

• Supervise and mentor audit teams, including associates, seniors, and trainees.

• Review audit working papers, schedules, and supporting documentation for completeness and accuracy.

• Conduct risk assessments and evaluate internal controls, identifying potential areas of concern.

• Liaise with clients to obtain documentation, resolve queries, and communicate audit findings.

• Ensure compliance with UK GAAP, IFRS, US GAAP, and professional auditing standards.

• Prepare audit reports, recommendations, and executive summaries for management review.

• Manage audit timelines, resources, and budgets effectively.

• Implement process improvements, including automation and standardisation of audit procedures.

• Provide guidance on complex accounting and regulatory matters to clients and staff.

• Perform analytical reviews to identify unusual trends, anomalies, or high-risk areas.

• Coordinate with internal and external auditors, tax advisors, and other stakeholders.

• Monitor implementation of audit recommendations and follow up on management actions.

• Assist in business development initiatives by identifying client needs and opportunities.

• Support quality control and ensure adherence to firm audit methodology and ethical standards.

• Contribute to statutory, regulatory, and compliance reporting as required.

• Prepare ad-hoc financial analyses and reports to support management decisions.

• Maintain confidentiality, professionalism, and integrity in all audit engagements.

• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives across audit methodology, tools, and team performance.

• Support the development of audit staff through coaching, feedback, and formal training programs.