Adam Cauldwell

I work with a variety of audit clients from different sectors, my aim is always to really understand the client’s business. By understanding the business and how the client works, I then know how to tailor a smooth audit that meets Gerald Edelman’s high standards of audit quality.

Many audits are now carried out remotely, but I am still a fan of going out to the client’s site and speaking face to face when possible. I understand that the annual audit can be a difficult time for management so I always consider their timetable when planning audits.

I manage a portfolio of audit clients from a variety of backgrounds. I am involved in the audit throughout the entire process of planning through to completion. I liaise regularly with the client and guide the team to ensure that audits are completed to the high standard of quality expected from GE.

I am also very much involved in the training here at GE. I help put together a training plan for the new graduates that join us each intake. I help to make sure that our junior audit staff are equipped with the necessary skills to overcome any challenges faced in audit.

If you’re interested…

I studied Economics at the University of York and then found myself drawn to a career in accountancy. I trained to become an accountant in a medium sized practice based just outside of London. Part way through my training contract I began to specialise in audit. After qualifying, I moved to London and joined Gerald Edelman LLP as an Audit Senior. Through hard work, I managed to climb the ranks to Audit Manager.

What is the most daring thing you’ve ever done?

The most daring thing I’ve ever done is jump out of a plane from 10,000 feet. It wasn’t that daring though, I did have a parachute.

What is the most exciting thing on your bucket list?

I one day hope to complete the three peaks challenge, climbing the tallest mountains in England, Scotland and Wales within 24 hours.

If you could have dinner with anyone, who would it be?

I would have dinner with, in my opinion, the greatest premier league footballer to date, Thierry Henry.

If you could have any superpower, what would it be?

I would have the power to cure those suffering from disease or injury.