Accounts & Audit Senior

Clark Wood; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established firm of Chartered Accountants is seeking an experienced Accounts & Audit Senior to join their team in Lytham St Annes. This role involves leading audit assignments, preparing year-end accounts for a diverse client portfolio, and ensuring compliance with UK GAAP and audit standards. Candidates should be ACA/ACCA qualified or QBE with strong experience in both accounts and audit. Excellent communication skills and proficiency in cloud accounting software are essential. The position offers a competitive salary and a permanent contract.

Qualifications

• Confident leading audits independently and liaising with clients.
• Proficient in cloud-based software packages like Xero and QuickBooks.
• Strong technical knowledge of UK GAAP and auditing standards.

Responsibilities

• Leading audit assignments from planning to completion.
• Preparing year-end accounts for various businesses.
• Reviewing work of junior team members.

Skills

ACA / ACCA qualified or QBE with strong experience

Leading audits independently

Knowledge of UK GAAP and auditing standards

Excellent communication skills

Proficient in cloud-based software packages

Organisational and planning skills

Team player valuing accuracy

Tools

Xero

QuickBooks

Sage

Job description

Accounts & Audit Senior – Lytham St Annes

A well-established and reputable firm of Chartered Accountants in Lytham St Annes is seeking an experienced Accounts & Audit Senior to join their expanding team. This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious accountant—whether ACA/ACCA qualified or QBE—who enjoys a varied workload across both accounts and audit within a friendly, forward-thinking practice.

Details

• Location: Lancashire
• Sector: Accounts ,Accounts & Audit
• Contract Type: Permanent
• Salary: £35000 - £40000 per annum
• Contact: Will Langdon
• Contact email: [e-mail]
• Contact phone: [phone]
• Published: about 1 month ago
• Expiry date: 2026-01-08
• Startdate: 2025-12-09
• Consultant: Will Langdon

The Role

• Leading audit assignments from planning through to completion across a diverse client portfolio
• Preparing year-end accounts for limited companies, partnerships, and sole traders
• Preparing corporation tax computations and personal tax returns
• Supervising and reviewing the work of junior team members (note: no trainees in this role)
• Supporting partners with client meetings, advisory work, and business development
• Ensuring compliance with UK GAAP, audit standards, and firm policies

About You

• ACA / ACCA qualified, or QBE with strong experience in both accounts and audit within practice
• Confident leading audits independently and liaising with clients both on-site and remotely
• Strong technical knowledge of UK GAAP and auditing standards
• Excellent communication, organisational, and planning skills
• Proficient in cloud-based software packages (Xero, QuickBooks, Sage, etc.)
• A team player who values accuracy, professionalism, and high-quality client service

For more information, please contact Will Langdon at Clark Wood: 📧 [e-mail]

📞 07920 557121

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