External Audit Contractor (Academies)
Job Description
Audit Contractor - Academy Audit - Competitive Day Rate
Your new company
A leading UK audit and advisory firm is seeking experienced External Audit Contractors to support its growing portfolio of academy trust audits during the busy reporting season.
Your new role
Contractors will join a specialist team delivering high-quality external audits for multi-academy trusts and single academy trusts across the UK. The role requires strong technical knowledge, sector-specific experience, and the ability to work independently or collaboratively.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct external audits in accordance with the Academies Accounts Direction (AAD)
- Prepare and review audit files and financial statements
- Liaise with clients and internal teams to ensure timely and accurate delivery
- Identify audit issues and provide clear, practical recommendations
- Ensure compliance with relevant auditing and accounting standards
- ACA / ACCA qualified (or equivalent) with recent external audit experience
- Demonstrated knowledge of the Academies Accounts Direction and Charities SORP
- Prior experience auditing academy trusts is essential
- Strong communication, time management, and organisational skills
- Familiarity with audit software (e.g., CaseWare) is advantageous
In return you will receive a competitive day
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