Audit & Accounts Senior

Hays PLC; Salisbury; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading independent accountancy firm in Salisbury is seeking an ACA/ACCA qualified Audit & Accounts Senior. The role involves leading audits, mentoring staff, and ensuring technical accuracy in client communications. The firm offers a competitive salary, career development opportunities, and a supportive team culture.

Benefits

Hybrid working arrangements

Excellent benefits

Equity share

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Must be ACA/ACCA qualified with audit experience.
• Strong knowledge of UK GAAP and FRS 102 is essential.
• Confident in planning and audit execution.

Responsibilities

• Leading audits and preparing statutory accounts.
• Supervising and mentoring trainees.
• Managing client communications with professionalism.

Skills

Audit experience

UK GAAP

FRS 102

Communication skills

Planning

Risk assessment

Education

ACA/ACCA qualified

Job description

Audit & Accounts Senior Qualified ACA/ACCA for an independent accountancy firm in Salisbury

Looking for a fresh challenge in audit and accounts?
Join a respected, independent firm of Chartered Accountants in Salisbury, known for its partner-led service and long-standing client relationships across a wide range of sectors-from private clients and SMEs to charities, farms, and professional practices.

We're seeking a qualified ACA/ACCA Audit & Accounts Senior to play a key role in delivering high-quality audit and accounts services. You'll work closely with partners and managers, lead assignments, support junior staff, and build strong client relationships.

What you'll be doing:

• Leading audits and preparing statutory accounts
• Supervising and mentoring trainees
• Planning and delivering assignments on-site
• Reviewing work and ensuring technical accuracy
• Managing client communications with professionalism

What we're looking for:

• ACA/ACCA qualified with audit experience
• Strong knowledge of UK GAAP, FRS 102, and ideally charity audits
• Confident in planning, risk assessment, and audit execution
• A team player with excellent communication skills

What's on offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits
• A supportive, friendly team culture
• Genuine opportunities for career development
• A varied and rewarding client portfolio

If you're ready to take the next step in your career with a firm that values quality, collaboration, and growth, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now or contact
Lorna Pilling on 07900 224915 for a confidential chat.

Please note: You must have the right to work in the UK. Sponsorship is not available for this role.

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• Southampton, Hampshire / Salisbury, Wiltshire
• £90000 - £180000 per annum + Hybrid, Excellent Benefits, Equity Share
• We prioritise your well-being with a comprehensive range of benefits designed to support you both personally and professionally.