We are recruiting an experienced and motivated Audit and Accounts Associate to join our thriving and growing client based in Hertfordshire. This role would suit someone who enjoys working within a collaborative team and is looking to develop their career within a supportive and progressive environment that values both professional development and work-life balance. The successful candidate will typically spend 60-70% of their time on audit assignments and 30-40% on accounts preparation.The role offers a competitive salary and the working hours are 9.00am-5.00pm Monday-Thursday and 9.00am-4.00pm on Friday.Key ResponsibilitiesAssisting with and leading audit assignments from planning through to completionPreparing statutory accounts for a range of clientsBuilding and maintaining strong client relationshipsPreparing and reviewing working papers in line with accounting and auditing standardsSupporting senior team members and managers with ad hoc assignmentsIdentifying opportunities to improve processes and deliver excellent client serviceTraveling to client sites as required, primarily within St Albans and occasionally London, with all work-related expenses fully covered.Skills and ExperienceAt least three years'' experience within an accountancy practice environment (ideally)Audit experience is highly desirable however, candidates with strong accounts preparation experience and limited audit exposure will also be consideredAAT qualified, ACA or ACCA part-qualified, or qualified