Job Description

About Us

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Established in 1975, Sopher + Co is a trusted business adviser of choice for entrepreneurs, owner-managed businesses, high-net-worth individuals, professional partnerships, and expats. Our roots in Elstree led to our early client base in the media and entertainment industry. Since then, we have grown significantly, and our diverse client portfolio now spans over 20 industries. Our success is built on our people - with endless opportunities and an open-minded approach, Sopher + Co is a place where you can grow your career while contributing to our commitment to exceptional client service.



We are currently looking for an

Audit and Accounts Supervisor

to join our Borehamwood office. This role is ideal for someone with strong audit experience who can deliver high-quality assurance services across a varied client portfolio, while effectively supervising and developing junior team members. You will work closely with Managers, Directors and Partners, ensuring all assignments are completed on time, within budget, and in line with firm standards.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

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Acting as the first point of contact for allocated clients, obtaining required information and ensuring clear, professional communication. Building strong internal and external relationships, supporting retention and identifying cross-selling and new business opportunities. Leading audit engagements from planning through to completion, ensuring compliance with legislation, regulatory requirements and Sopher + Co standards. Preparing audit planning memoranda, audit programmes and budgets, and proactively identifying key audit and control risks. Ensuring all audit areas are completed accurately, on time and within budget, and coordinating the audit team effectively. Resolving audit file queries and providing clear feedback to junior staff, identifying training and development needs where appropriate. Preparing audit reports, management letters and closing reports in accordance with legislation and firm standards. Preparing workpapers to Sopher + Co standards, ensuring accurate documentation, filing, scanning and archiving. Providing coaching, mentoring and on-the-job training to junior members of the team. Supporting billing preparation, drafting client fee quotes, and assisting with small to medium audit proposals. Staying up to date with developments in audit, accounting, taxation and relevant software.

About You

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You will be a confident communicator with strong leadership skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities within tight deadlines. You will be highly organised, proactive, and capable of working both independently and as part of a team.


You will also have:

Advanced professional experience in an accounting practice environment. A strong understanding of accounting and audit software, along with advanced MS Excel skills. ACA or ACCA qualification. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills across clients, staff and management. Strong supervisory, leadership and team-management abilities. High attention to detail and a commitment to delivering high-quality work. The ability to work autonomously and remain calm under pressure. Strong time-management skills and the ability to meet multiple deadlines. A proactive and self-motivated approach to improving processes and developing others.

In Return

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We will offer you a competitive package, including extensive benefits for you and your family, a welcoming and supportive working environment, and the opportunity to work with a wide variety of clients. Sopher + Co strongly believes in staff development and actively encourages internal progression at all levels.



Sopher + Co is committed to the principle of equality of opportunity in employment and expects all employees to act in accordance with this policy, recognising the vital role it plays in the success of our business.