New Job Opening: Audit and Accounts Semi Senior in Blackburn, UK

Accounts & Audit Semi Senior

Salary: £26,000 – £32,000 + Full Study Support

Location: Blackburn (Hybrid Working)

Are you an aspiring audit professional looking to build a long-term career within a forward-thinking and supportive accountancy firm? This is an excellent opportunity to join our client’s expanding audit and advisory team, where you’ll gain hands-on experience across a varied client portfolio while being fully supported through your professional qualifications.

With structured development, real client exposure from day one, and a clear route to Senior level, this role is ideal for someone ready to take the next step in their practice career.

The Role: Accounts & Audit Semi Senior

Following continued growth, our client is seeking an ambitious Accounts & Audit Semi Senior to join their Blackburn office.

This role offers a balanced workload of approximately 75% audit and 25% accounts and advisory work, providing excellent exposure across multiple disciplines.

Key Responsibilities

Audit & Compliance Work

• Assist in the delivery of statutory audits from planning through to completion


• Support on independent examinations (charities) and Solicitors’ Accounts Rules assignments


• Ensure compliance with UK auditing standards (ISA UK)

Accounts Preparation

• Prepare year-end financial statements in line with UK GAAP (FRS 102/FRS 105)


• Assist with management accounts and ad hoc reporting

Client Exposure

• Build strong relationships with clients and stakeholders from day one


• Work directly with business owners and finance teams


• Collaborate with tax and advisory colleagues

Team Development

• Work closely with senior team members to build your experience


• Support and mentor more junior colleagues where appropriate


• Progress towards independent working on smaller audits

About You

The ideal candidate will have:

• AAT qualified or ACA/ACCA part-qualified (or actively studying)


• 1–3 years’ UK accountancy practice experience, ideally within audit or a mixed role


• Exposure to audit assignments and accounts preparation


• Basic understanding of UK GAAP and auditing standards


• Strong IT skills including Excel and accountancy software


• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills


• A motivated, organised and career-driven mindset

Working Arrangements

• Office-based in Blackburn with modern facilities


• Regular travel to client sites across Lancashire and Greater Manchester


• Hybrid working with flexibility built around client and team needs


• Flexitime approach supporting work-life balance

Learning, Development & Career Progression

Our client is committed to your long-term success, offering:

• Full ACA/ACCA study support, including study leave


• Structured technical and professional training programmes


• Quarterly performance and development reviews


• Dedicated buddy and mentoring scheme


• Early client exposure to build confidence and commercial awareness


• Clear progression pathway to Accounts & Audit Senior and beyond

Benefits Package

Alongside a competitive salary, you will benefit from a comprehensive package including:

• £26,000 – £32,000 salary (dependent on experience)


• Full study support (ACA/ACCA)


• 25 days’ holiday + bank holidays


• Office closure over winter period


• Flexible Easter leave policy


• 8% employer pension contribution


• Death in service (4x salary) & income protection


• Hybrid working & weekly flexitime


• Enhanced family-friendly policies


• Flexible benefits scheme (including additional leave and electric car scheme)


• Firm-wide bonus scheme


• Full technical and soft skills training


• Paid sick leave


• Employee wellbeing support, including access to health, financial and legal advice


• Cycle to work scheme


• On-site parking


• Additional lifestyle and financial benefits

Why Join This Opportunity?

Our client is a highly regarded, award-winning accountancy practice with a strong reputation across the North West. With a focus on people, development and flexibility, they offer an environment where you can grow your skills, gain valuable experience, and build a successful career in practice.

Apply Now

If you are looking to progress your audit career within a supportive and forward-thinking firm, we encourage you to apply today.

Contact:
David Hawthorne-Finch
Email: [email protected]

For a confidential discussion about this opportunity, please get in touch directly.

All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.