Provide technical accounting and auditing support to engagement teams across the firm.
Advise on the application of IFRS, FRS 102, and UK GAAP, as well as ISAs (UK).
Assist in resolving complex accounting issues, including financial instruments, revenue recognition, and impairment.
Support consultations on audit judgments, reporting matters, and disclosures under both UK GAAP and IFRS.
Perform and support audit quality reviews, including Engagement Quality, other hot (in-flight), and cold (post-completion) file reviews.
Identify areas for improvement and support remediation of audit quality findings.
Contribute to the firm’s system of quality management (SoQM) and internal compliance framework.
Assist in preparation for and response to external regulatory inspections (e.g., ICAEW, FRC, ACCA).
Deliver technical training sessions to audit and accounting teams on IFRS, UK GAAP, and auditing standards.

Qualified Accountant (ICAEW or ACCA)
Strong external audit experience gained within a UK accountancy practice.
Strong technical knowledge of: IFRS, FRS 102 / UK GAAP, ISAs (UK), ISQMs (UK) and Ethical Standards
Proven experience in audit quality reviews (hot and/or cold file reviews).
Good understanding of audit regulation and compliance requirements.
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex technical matters clearly and concisely.

Flexible working and happy employees are at the top of our list here at Gravita.
Development support is extraordinary for a firm of our size.

Associate Director – Audit & Accounting Technical

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