Audit & Accounts Senior

TPF Recruitment; Newbury; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday + bank holiday

Flexible hours on offer

Continued professional development

Job summary

TPF Recruitment represents a prestigious Chartered Accountants firm in the South East, seeking an Audit & Accounts Senior in Newbury. You will lead statutory audit assignments, prepare statutory accounts, and ensure compliance with ISAs while liaising with clients to uphold accounting standards.

You will mentor trainees, support Client Managers and Directors, and stay current with regulatory changes, delivering high-quality technical guidance and building strong client relationships.

Qualifications

• Qualified Accountant with audit and accounts proficiency.
• Experience in a practice environment.
• UK company audit experience.
• Proficiency with SAGE, Xero, QuickBooks and KashFlow.
• Familiarity with audit automation software or similar platforms.
• Strong communication and client-relations abilities.
• Meticulous attention to detail and analytical capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Preparation of statutory accounts for limited companies.
• Conducting audits of accounts in compliance with ISAs.
• Collaborating with clients to ensure adherence to accounting standards.
• Crafting corporation tax computations, encompassing tax item analysis.
• Nurturing the development of trainees by providing clear guidance and addressing knowledge gaps.
• Directly supporting Client Managers and Directors in dispensing technical expertise.
• Staying abreast of legislative alterations.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Team player

Problem solving

Initiative

Client relationship management

Education

Qualified Accountant (audit & accounts)

Experience in practice

UK company audit experience

Tools

SAGE

Xero

QuickBooks

KashFlow

Audit automation software

Job description

Newbury, United Kingdom | Posted on 14/08/2026

TPF Recruitment are currently representing a prestigious firm of Chartered Accountants, operating across the South East. As a Top 20 firm, our client embodies ambition and excellence in providing unparalleled accounting and business advisory services.

As an Audit & Accounts Senior, you will spearhead statutory audit assignments for various limited companies, assuming accountability for the file prior to review by the Director.

Job Description:

• Preparation of statutory accounts for limited companies.
• Conducting audits of accounts in compliance with ISAs.
• Collaborating with clients to ensure adherence to accounting standards.
• Crafting corporation tax computations, encompassing tax item analysis.
• Nurturing the development of trainees by providing clear guidance and addressing knowledge gaps.
• Directly supporting Client Managers and Directors in dispensing technical expertise.
• Staying abreast of legislative alterations.

Requirements

• Qualified Accountant with audit and accounts proficiency.
• Prior experience within a practice environment.
• UK company audit expertise.
• Competence in accounting software and Microsoft Office.
• Background in a corporate setting.
• Familiarity with SAGE, Xero, Quickbooks, Kashflow.
• Exposure to audit automation software or similar platforms.
• Meticulous attention to detail and strong analytical capabilities.
• Proactive approach to service enhancement and knowledge sharing.
• Aptitude for initiative and problem-solving.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Confidence in establishing rapport and managing professional client relationships.
• Demonstrated organizational prowess and ability to meet deadlines.
• Team-oriented with adeptness at building relationships.
• Salary circa £40,000 - £47,500 depending on experience and qualification status.
• 25 days holiday + bank holiday.
Flexible hours on offer.
• Continued support and professional development.

We're keen to remain the leading provider of the best accountancy talent in the South-East. We are continually exploring ways to expand our network and we know that great candidates like you can introduce us to other equally brilliant people. We're looking to work with the best accountancy practice and tax staff in the South-East so if your friends, family, or colleagues are considering a new opportunity and can demonstrate relevant experience, we'd love to speak to them.