Part-Qualified Auditor

Downey Osborne is partnering with a well-established accountancy practice in Northern Ireland to appoint a Part Qualified Auditor to join their growing team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone currently completing their training contract, or a part qualified accountant looking to move into a supportive practice environment with strong exposure to both audit and accounts work.

The role offers structured development, strong mentoring and a clear pathway to qualification, with full study support provided.

Benefits

• Salary circa £30,000 to £35,000 depending on experience
• Performance related bonus
• Full study support package
• Early finish every Friday
• Structured training and career development
• Strong focus on work life balance with no expected overtime

About You

• Part qualified ACA, ACCA or currently in a training contract (considering a move)
• Some audit experience gained within practice
• Strong technical understanding with good attention to detail
• Interest in developing accounts preparation skills (training provided)
• Strong communication and organisational skills
• Motivated, reliable and keen to progress towards qualification

About Your New RoleAlways

• Assist with audit fieldwork across a range of SME clients
• Support the preparation of financial statements and statutory accounts
• Work closely with seniors and managers on audit planning and execution
• Engage with clients to gather information and support audit processes

Often

• Carry out substantive testing and audit procedures
• Assist with accounts preparation work for a varied client portfolio
• Support completion of audit files and working papers
• Develop understanding of accounting systems and client processes

Occasionally

• Assist with tax returns and basic compliance work
• Support senior team members on ad hoc assignments
• Get exposure to a variety of industries and client types

Never

• Be expected to work unpaid overtime or miss a Friday early finish
• Be asked to chase a client’s missing audit evidence through a flock of seagulls armed only with a calculator and optimism

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