New Job Opening: Audit Semi Senior/Senior in Huddersfield, UK

Job Description

Audit Semi-Senior / Senior

Location: Huddersfield

Salary: £32,000 – £42,000 + Clear Progression Track

Are you an ambitious auditor with hands-on engagement experience looking to step up and take ownership of full end-to-end audits over the next 12–18 months? Our client is an established, highly respected accountancy practice based in Huddersfield. Known for their collaborative team culture, impressive client base, and focus on staff development, they are looking for an Audit Semi-Senior or newly qualified Senior to join their expanding audit and assurance team.

The Opportunity

This is the ideal role if you already have solid audit experience under your belt but want to transition into managing complete assignments from planning to final completion. Working closely with experienced managers and partners, you will work on a diverse portfolio of regional businesses, SMEs, and corporate groups. You will receive structured, hands-on mentorship designed to elevate your technical confidence and fast-track your progression to full Senior status within 12 to 18 months.

Key Responsibilities & Requirements

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  Experience & Qualifications: Minimum 2+ years’ UK accountancy practice experience with a strong exposure to external audit. ACA/ACCA part-qualified, finalist, or newly qualified.

  
  


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  Audit Expertise: Practical experience participating in audit fieldwork, testing, and drafting statutory financial statements under UK GAAP (FRS 102).

  
  


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  Supervisory Potential: Ability to mentor junior staff and trainees as you progress into leading on-site audit teams.

  
  


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  Technical & Interpersonal Skills: Proficiency in modern audit and accounting software (e.g., Iris, Xero, CCH, MS Excel), paired with confident client-facing communication skills.

  
  

Package & Benefits

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  Base Salary: £32,000 – £42,000 per annum (dependent on experience and qualification level, aligned with Yorkshire market rates).

  
  


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  Career Development: Structured 12–18 month career roadmap to full Senior Auditor and Assistant Manager levels, backed by funded ongoing CPD.

  
  


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  Work-Life Balance: Hybrid working arrangements combining modern Huddersfield office workspace, remote flexibility, and manageable local client travel.

  
  


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  Time Off & Health: Generous annual leave allowance plus Bank Holidays, firm pension scheme, and employee well-being initiatives.

  
  

How to Apply

To explore this opportunity in confidence and discuss next steps, please contact David Hawthorne-Finch directly at [email protected].

Hawthorne-Finch Talent Solutions is acting as an employment agency for this vacancy. All applications and enquiries are treated with the strictest confidence.