Audit Assistant or Semi-Senior

TPF Recruitment Ltd; Newbury; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working policy

Study support and professional develop

Progression opportunities

Job summary

TPF Recruitment are supporting a highly regarded Chartered Accountants firm in the South East, seeking an Audit Assistant or Audit Semi-Senior to join their team in Newbury. You will work with Managers and Seniors on audit and accounts for owner-managed and corporate clients, gaining exposure to varied portfolios and strong training.

The role offers modern facilities, hybrid working, full study support and clear progression within a collaborative, forward-thinking environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in external audit within an accountancy practice
• Exposure to UK limited company audits
• Support for ACA/ACCA studies or equivalent
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Organised, detail-oriented, able to meet deadlines
• Willingness to learn and develop in a collaborative environment

Responsibilities

• Assist with statutory audits for limited companies across various sectors
• Prepare statutory accounts and supporting working papers
• Perform substantive testing and analytical reviews
• Support completion of corporation tax computations
• Liaise with clients to gather information and resolve queries
• Work with seniors to deliver assignments accurately and efficiently
• Develop knowledge of accounting standards and audit regulations
• Support junior team members where appropriate

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Organised

Detail-oriented

Deadline management

Teamwork

Proactive attitude

Willingness to learn

Education

ACA/ACCA in progress

Tools

Xero

Sage

QuickBooks

KashFlow

Job description

Newbury, United Kingdom | Posted on 21/10/2026

TPF Recruitment are currently supporting a highly regarded firm of Chartered Accountants with offices across the South East, who are looking to recruit an Audit Assistant or Audit Semi-Senior to join their growing team. As part of a leading and reputable firm, you’ll gain exposure to a varied client portfolio, excellent training, and clear progression opportunities within a collaborative and forward-thinking environment.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with previous practice experience who is looking to continue developing their audit and accounts career within a supportive and modern firm.

The Role

As an Audit Assistant / Semi-Senior, you will work closely with Managers and Seniors across a broad range of audit and accounts assignments for owner-managed businesses and corporate clients. Responsibilities will include:

• Assisting with statutory audits for limited companies across a variety of sectors
  
• Preparing statutory accounts and supporting working papers
  
• Carrying out substantive testing and analytical review work
  
• Supporting the completion of corporation tax computations
  
• Liaising with clients to gather information and resolve queries professionally
  
• Working closely with senior members of the team to deliver assignments efficiently and accurately
  
• Building knowledge of accounting standards, audit regulations, and compliance requirements
  
• Contributing positively to the wider team and supporting junior team members where appropriate
  

Requirements

• Must have previous experience working in an external audit role within an accountancy practice environment
  
• Exposure to audit assignments for UK limited companies
  
• Studying ACA or ACCA, or qualified by experience
  
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
  
• Organised, detail-oriented, and able to manage deadlines effectively
  
• Experience using software such as Xero, Sage, QuickBooks, or KashFlow
  
• A proactive attitude with a willingness to learn and develop
  
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
  
• Salary circa £28,000 - £36,000 depending on experience and qualification status
  
• Genuine, flexible working hours (it is possible in audit!)
  
• Hybrid working policy
  
• Full study support and continued professional development
  
• Excellent long-term progression opportunities within a leading regional firm
  

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.