Audit Senior

Job Title: Audit Senior
Location: Southampton
Salary: Competitive + Full Benefits
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent

A growing and progressive accountancy firm in Southampton is seeking an experienced Audit Senior to join their team. This is an excellent opportunity to work with a varied portfolio of clients and gain hands-on responsibility in a supportive and collaborative environment.

You’ll be working alongside Audit Managers to deliver high-quality audit services to owner-managed businesses and corporate clients, while continuing to build your technical expertise and client-facing experience. The role offers excellent progression opportunities and a strong focus on personal and professional development.

Key Responsibilities:

• Leading audit fieldwork at client sites and in the office

• Preparing deliverables including Audit Findings Reports

• Planning audit assignments, including budgeting and analytical review

• Ensuring audit files are complete for manager review

• Supervising and reviewing the work of junior staff

• Attending stock takes and supporting compliance work

• Preparing statutory accounts under IFRS, FRS 102 and FRS 102 1A using IRIS

• Identifying and resolving technical issues

• Developing commercial understanding of client businesses

• Working with other departments to support broader client needs

• Sharing knowledge and best practice across the audit team

• Attending ongoing training and, if applicable, working towards a professional qualification

What We’re Looking For:

• Minimum of 4 years’ experience in audit within a practice environment

• ACA / ACCA / AAT qualified or actively studying

• Strong technical understanding of UK GAAP, ISAs, and Companies Act

• Experience with owner-managed businesses is highly beneficial

• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal

• High attention to detail and strong analytical skills

• A positive, proactive approach with a focus on high-quality client service

• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle (essential due to travel to client sites)

Benefits:

• Full study support for ACA / ACCA (if required)

• Pension scheme

• Life assurance (4x salary) and income protection

• Birthday day off

• Option to purchase additional annual leave

• Health cash plan

• Employee benefits portal (cashback, discounts, vouchers)

• Employee assistance programme

• Referral bonus scheme

• Regular training, development, and social events

• A modern, friendly and inclusive working environment

If you’re looking for a new challenge with real responsibility, long-term development, and a supportive team around you, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now or contact us for more information.