Audit and Accounts Senior

Streets; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and pension

Employee benefits scheme

Life insurance

Access to Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

A modern accountancy firm is looking for an Audit & Accounts Senior in Cambridge. This pivotal role involves preparing financial statements, client audits, and supervising junior staff, providing a diverse and challenging career experience. The ideal candidate will be ACA/ACCA qualified or pursuing their qualification, possess strong IT skills, and demonstrate excellent communication abilities. The firm offers a competitive salary, pension, and a supportive environment for career growth.

Qualifications

• ACA/ACCA qualification or in progress.
• Strong IT skills with experience in CCH, SAPA, CaseWare, and Alphatax.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Prepare financial statements for various clients.
• Assist manager with audit functions.
• Review work of junior staff and support their development.

Skills

Strong IT skills

Excellent communication skills

Strong analytical abilities

Ability to manage workload

Ability to work in a team

Education

ACA/ACCA qualified or studying toward qualification

Tools

CCH

SAPA

CaseWare

Alphatax

Job description

Overview

Streets is a modern, forward-thinking accountancy practice with 33 offices across the UK—and growing. We combine the expertise of a national firm with the collaborative, people-first culture of a close-knit practice. Our team supports an impressive variety of clients, from entrepreneurial start-ups to established companies, charities, and family businesses.

This is your chance to join a progressive firm where audit, accounts, and tax come together—giving you a truly rounded technical experience and a platform for fast career development.

Job Purpose

As an Audit & Accounts Senior, you’ll be a key member of our Cambridge team. If you’re looking for a role that’s varied, client-facing, technically challenging and genuinely career-enhancing—this is it. You’ll work closely with managers, partners, and clients, taking ownership of your work while supporting the development of junior colleagues.

What you’ll be doing

• Prepare financial statements for sole traders, partnerships, charities and limited companies
• Prepare independent examinations for charity clients to be signed off by Partner
• Assist manager with client audit function
• Assist in the preparation of cash flows
• Liaise with clients to resolve any queries
• Complete all assignments within the allocated budget and on time
• Produce draft computations for clients
• Produce year end accounts for sole traders, partnerships and limited companies in accordance with the relevant accounting standards
• Review work undertaken by junior staff
• Provide assistance in the development of junior staff
• Prepare schedules for Tax returns
• Complete VAT returns

What you’ll bring

• ACA/ACCA qualified or currently studying toward qualification
• Strong IT skills and familiarity with CCH, SAPA, CaseWare and Alphatax
• Excellent communication skills—both written and verbal
• Strong analytical abilities and attention to detail
• Ability to manage your own workload and work effectively as part of a team
• Willingness to travel to clients and other offices as required
• Highly organised, proactive, and committed to delivering quality work

Who you are

• We’re looking for someone who is:
• Relationship-driven – trusted by clients and colleagues
• Forward-thinking – excited by improvement and innovation
• Accountable – takes pride in accuracy and high standards
• Collaborative – shares knowledge and contributes to team success
• Growth-minded – eager to broaden expertise and mentor others
• Organised and proactive – able to juggle multiple priorities
• Clear and confident in communication – able to explain financials simply
• Resilient and adaptable – stays calm under pressure
• Client-focused – invested in delivering excellent service and outcomes

What we offer you

• Competitive salary and pension
• Employee benefits scheme with discounts at hundreds of retailers
• Life insurance
• Access to an Employee Assistance Programme
• A genuinely supportive and progressive environment where your career can flourish