Audit Senior

Audit Senior
Salary: Up to £50,000 per annum
Location: Milton Keynes
Working Pattern: Full-time, Permanent | Agile Working & Flexi-Time Available

Are you ready to take your audit career to the next level with a forward-thinking and people-focused firm? We're working with a highly respected Top 40 accountancy practice that blends technical excellence with a genuine commitment to work-life balance, development, and a supportive culture.

Due to growth, they're looking to strengthen their Milton Keynes office with a driven Audit Semi-Senior, Senior, or Assistant Manager. The role offers real variety, progression, and the chance to work with a diverse portfolio of clients across industries including charities, education, FSA-regulated businesses, and UK subsidiaries of large international groups.

Why Join This Firm?

• Client-Centric Approach: They pride themselves on delivering a personal, partner-led service, ensuring clients receive tailored solutions with a high level of technical expertise.
• Diverse Client Portfolio: Work with a broad spectrum of clients, including start-ups, SMEs, and UK divisions of multinational enterprises across industries such as healthcare, charity, farming, manufacturing, retail, technology, and transport.
• Innovative Culture: The firm fosters a culture that encourages innovation, continuous learning, and professional growth, ensuring employees are equipped to meet the evolving needs of clients.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and supervise audits across various sectors, including FSA-regulated entities, charities, and educational institutions, with turnovers up to £250 million.
• Manage a portfolio comprising approximately 80% audit and 20% accounts preparation assignments.
• Prepare draft statutory and consolidated accounts under FRS 102, along with draft corporation tax computations.
• Supervise and mentor junior team members, providing guidance on technical accounting and auditing matters.
• Draft management letters and recommendations post-audit fieldwork.
• Work with software including ProAudit, CCH Accounts Production, Sage, QuickBooks, Xero, Alphatax, and Microsoft Office.

About You:

• ACA/ACCA qualified or finalist
• Experience delivering audit work in a UK accountancy firm (c. 2.5+ years)
• Confident managing audits and reviewing junior work
• Enthusiastic, proactive, and adaptable - keen to grow with the firm

Benefits That Make a Difference:

• 23-28 days' annual leave (plus office closure over Christmas)
• Agile working and flexible hours - trust-based approach
• Private medical insurance access
• Up to 5% employer pension contribution
• Study support, iPads on joining, and clear development pathways
• Regular social events, Star Awards (quarterly recognition), long service awards
• Dress for Your Day policy
• Season ticket or parking loans

What Sets This Firm Apart?

This is a firm where people stay. The culture has a family feel with a modern edge - professional, but relaxed; ambitious, but human. You'll be empowered to shape your role, pursue qualifications, and develop both technical and soft skills.

Ready to Find Out More?

Apply today for a confidential chat. While the name of the firm is confidential at this stage, we'll be happy to share more with shortlisted candidates.

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