Accounts and Audit Senior

Si Recruitment; Sunderland; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Pension scheme

Up to 33 days leave

Flexible hours

Learning & development

Study support

TOIL

Job summary

Si Recruitment in Sunderland is seeking an experienced Accounts and Audit Senior for a full-time, permanent role based in Sunderland. You will prepare accounts and conduct audits for a diverse client portfolio across sectors including engineering, leisure, hospitality and not-for-profit.

The role involves client-facing responsibilities, occasional travel to client sites in the North East, and supervision of junior staff.

Qualifications

• ACA/ACCA/AAT qualified, finalist, or qualified by experience.
• Ideally 4+ years in an accountancy practice.
• Strong technical knowledge and up-to-date regulatory awareness.
• Experience preparing year-end accounts for owner‑managed businesses.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accounts from client systems (Sage, Xero, QuickBooks).
• Prepare corporation tax computations and VAT returns.
• Lead audits from planning to completion, including charity/SAR audits.
• Supervise and mentor junior team members.
• Act as main contact for client queries and deadlines.

Skills

Accounts preparation

Audit execution

Client communication

Team mentoring

Time management

Attention to detail

Education

ACA/ACCA/AAT

Tools

Sage

QuickBooks

Xero

Job description

Accounts and Audit Senior

Summary

An experienced Accounts and Audit Senior is sought for a full-time, permanent role based in Sunderland.

This position involves the preparation and audit of accounts for a diverse portfolio of clients, including limited companies, charities, partnerships, and sole traders across sectors such as engineering, leisure and hospitality, legal, and not-for-profit.

The role will include client-facing responsibilities and occasional travel to client sites across the North East, with a primary base in Sunderland.

Key Responsibilities

• Preparation of accounts from a range of client systems including Sage, Xero, and QuickBooks
• Preparation of corporation tax computations
• Resolving queries raised by managers on accounts and working papers
• Finalising accounts following client meetings
• Acting as a key point of contact for client queries
• Preparation of management accounts and VAT returns
• Leading audit assignments from planning through to completion, including specialist audits (e.g. charities and SAR)
• Supervising, mentoring, and supporting junior team members

About You

• ACA/ACCA/AAT qualified, finalist, or qualified by experience
• Ideally a minimum of 4 years' experience within an accountancy practice
• Strong technical knowledge with up-to-date awareness of current legislation
• Experience preparing year-end accounts for owner-managed businesses
• Proven experience in statutory audit work
• Ability to work to tight deadlines and budgets
• Proactive, organised, and detail-oriented approach
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
• Experience with accounting software such as Sage, QuickBooks, and Xero
• Willingness to take on additional responsibilities and suggest process improvements
• Full UK driving licence and access to a car preferred
• Desirable (but not essential)
• Experience in charity accounts preparation and audit
• Knowledge of Solicitors Accounts Rules

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary
• Contributory pension scheme
• Up to 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays)
• Flexible working hours
• Ongoing learning and development opportunities
• Study support (where appropriate)
Time off in lieu (TOIL) scheme