Job Description

Audit Senior 

Salary: £38,000–£48,000 DOE

Location: Bolton (Hybrid Working) | Clear Route to Assistant Manager

Looking for more than just another audit role?

Our client is a highly respected and established independent accountancy and advisory firm with a strong reputation for supporting owner-managed businesses across the North West and beyond.

Due to continued growth, they are seeking an ambitious Audit Senior to join their Bolton office. This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified or part-qualified audit professional looking to take ownership of client engagements, develop leadership skills, and progress towards Assistant Manager and Manager level within a supportive and forward-thinking environment.

You'll gain exposure to a diverse portfolio of clients, work closely with senior leadership, and play a key role in mentoring junior team members while developing your own career.

The Role: Audit Senior

As an Audit Senior, you will be responsible for delivering high-quality audit assignments from planning through to completion while maintaining strong client relationships and supporting the wider audit team.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead audits from planning through to completion on smaller and medium-sized engagements


• Manage and complete complex audit areas including:
  
  
  
  • Stock
  
  
  • Related party transactions
  
  
  • Deferred tax
  
  
  • Going concern assessments
  
  
  
  


• Prepare detailed audit documentation and analytical reviews


• Act as a key point of contact for clients during engagements


• Review work completed by junior team members


• Coach, mentor and support less experienced colleagues


• Assist with audit planning and risk assessment procedures


• Support Managers and Directors in achieving operational and financial objectives


• Identify opportunities for process improvement and efficiencies


• Participate in networking and business development activities where appropriate

What We're Looking For

Essential Requirements

• 3+ years' UK accountancy practice experience within audit


• ACA or ACCA qualified, finalist, or qualified by experience


• Strong knowledge of UK GAAP and International Standards on Auditing (ISA)


• Experience leading audits from planning through to completion


• Strong client relationship and stakeholder management skills


• Experience reviewing and supervising junior staff


• Excellent communication and organisational skills


• Ability to manage multiple assignments and deadlines effectively

Desirable Experience

• Experience auditing owner-managed businesses and SME clients


• Exposure to group audits and more complex assignments


• Involvement in business development or networking initiatives


• Knowledge of modern audit software and cloud-based systems

Career Progression Opportunities

Our client is committed to investing in its people and offers genuine long-term career development opportunities, including:

• Clear pathway to Assistant Manager, Manager and Senior Manager


• Ongoing technical and professional development


• Leadership and mentoring opportunities


• Exposure to a broad range of industries and client sectors


• Opportunities to expand into wider advisory work

Benefits Package

Alongside a competitive salary, you will receive:

• £38,000–£48,000 salary depending on experience and qualifications


• Hybrid working arrangements


• 33 days annual leave including bank holidays


• Pension scheme with salary sacrifice option


• Private healthcare and wellbeing support


• Electric vehicle scheme and onsite charging facilities


• Cycle to Work scheme


• Professional development and study support where applicable


• Employee referral bonus programme


• Regular social and team events


• Access to independent mortgage and financial advice


• Modern, collaborative working environment

Apply Now

If you are an Audit Senior looking for a role that offers genuine progression, varied client exposure and the opportunity to develop within a highly regarded independent practice, we would like to hear from you.

David Hawthorne-Finch
Email: [email protected]

Submit your application today for a confidential discussion about this opportunity.

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