Audit Semi Senior

Michael Page Finance; Liverpool City Region; Hybrid; GBP 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Hybrid options

Study support for ACA/ACCA

Career progression

Varied clients and industries

Collaborative culture

Job summary

Michael Page Finance is seeking an Audit Semi Senior to support delivery of high-quality audit engagements. You will complete testing, prepare financial statements, and assist with planning and completion work while developing technical and client-facing skills.

You'll work closely with senior team members across a diverse client portfolio, with opportunities to coach junior staff and progress within a growing audit practice. Flexible/hybrid working arrangements are available.

Qualifications

• Part-qualified or newly qualified ACA/ACCA
• Experience in external audit within a UK accountancy firm
• Strong understanding of UK GAAP and auditing standards
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to meet deadlines
• Proactive approach and willingness to learn and take on responsibility

Responsibilities

• Assist in the planning, execution, and completion of audit engagements for a range of clients across different sectors
• Perform audit testing across financial statement areas and document audit evidence to a high standard
• Prepare statutory financial statements in accordance with UK GAAP
• Support the team in identifying audit risks and recommending improvements
• Build and maintain effective relationships with clients, demonstrating professionalism and exceptional customer service
• Coach and mentor junior team members
• Work collaboratively with Audit Seniors, Managers and Partners to ensure high-quality service delivery and timely completion of assignments

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

UK GAAP knowledge

Auditing standards

Teamwork

Education

ACA/ACCA (part-qualified or newly qualified)

Job description

In this Audit Semi Senior role, you'll support the delivery of high-quality audit engagements by completing testing, preparing financial statements, and assisting with planning and completion work. You'll develop strong technical and client-facing skills while working closely with senior team members across a diverse and growing client portfolio.

Client Details

The organisation is a respected audit, tax, and advisory practice with a strong national presence and an international network. It supports a diverse client base, ranging from growing entrepreneurial businesses to large, complex groups, delivering high-quality, insight-led professional services.

Description

• Assist in the planning, execution, and completion of audit engagements for a range of clients across different sectors
• Perform audit testing across financial statement areas and document audit evidence to a high standard
• Prepare statutory financial statements in accordance with UK GAAP
• Support the team in identifying audit risks and recommending improvements
• Build and maintain effective relationships with clients, demonstrating professionalism and exceptional customer service
• Coach and mentor junior team members
• Work collaboratively with Audit Seniors, Managers and Partners to ensure high-quality service delivery and timely completion of assignments

Profile

A successful Audit Semi Senior should have:

• Part-qualified or newly qualified ACA / ACCA
• Previous experience working in external audit within a UK accountancy firm
• Strong understanding of UK GAAP and auditing standards
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to meet deadlines
• A proactive approach and willingness to learn and take on responsibility

Job Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Flexible working and hybrid options
• Full study support (if still completing ACA/ACCA)
• Clear progression pathways within a growing audit practice
• Opportunities to work on a wide variety of clients and industries
• Supportive, inclusive, and collaborative workplace culture