Audit Senior

Reporting to a Manager or directly to a Partner, the successful candidate will either lead smaller audits independently or manage a small team on larger assignments. Client exposure includes regulated entities and sectors such as financial services, property investment, retail, construction, commodities, charities, fintech, academies, solicitors, and more.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the audit schedule and oversee assignments from planning to completion
  




• Process audit journals and prepare statutory accounts (FRS 102 & FRS 105 knowledge advantageous)
  




• Prepare corporation tax returns and capital allowance computations
  




• Assist in training and mentoring junior staff, reviewing their work as required
  




• Handle occasional ad hoc projects such as cash flow forecasts and due diligence assignments
  




• Act as a key point of contact for client communication and liaison
  

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Qualified ACA / ACCA / ICAS / SAICA or equivalent
  




• Minimum of 3 years' experience in a UK accountancy practice
  




• Strong audit background and up-to-date knowledge of accounting and auditing standards
  




• Good working knowledge of corporation tax, with exposure to VAT and payroll taxes being beneficial
  




• Excellent communication skills and confidence in client-facing roles
  




• Strong analytical skills and problem-solving ability
  




• Familiarity with FCA/SRA/Charities audits and consolidated accounts preferred
  




• Proficient in Excel and ideally experienced with IRIS and/or HAT methodology
  




• Capable of working to tight deadlines and handling multiple priorities
  




• Career-motivated and seeking progression within a supportive and collaborative environment
  

What’s On Offer

• Competitive base salary (benchmarked annually)
  




• London weighting
  




• Discretionary annual bonus
  




• Company pension scheme with employer match (up to 5%)
  




• Cash health plan
  




• Reimbursement of one professional membership per year
  




• Flexible, inclusive working culture with a strong focus on work-life balance
  




• Clear career development opportunities within a people-centric firm