Audit Semi-Senior

Austin Rose; Southampton, Newbury; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition fees covered

Exam costs covered

Paid study leave

Structured performance reviews

Flexible working

Job summary

Austin Rose is recruiting for an Audit Semi-Senior in the Reading/Thames Valley area. The role offers exposure to diverse client audits, structured study support, and collaboration with leading professionals.

You will assist on end-to-end external audits, prepare financial statements, and supervise junior teammates. The firm emphasizes development, early responsibility, and a supportive culture.

Qualifications

• Part-qualified accountant with exposure to external audits.
• Ability to liaise with client finance teams and management.
• Willingness to supervise junior team members and trainees.

Responsibilities

• Assist on end-to-end external audit assignments for a diverse client portfolio.
• Prepare statutory financial statements and corporation tax computations with audit fieldwork.
• Supervise and mentor junior team members on-site during audits.
• Liaise with client finance teams to resolve queries and gather audit evidence.
• Utilise Caseware and other software for quality control and compliance.

Skills

Audit experience

Communication skills

Team mentoring

Education

Part-qualified accounting professional

Tools

Caseware

Job description

Audit Semi‑Senior | Top 50 Firm | Reading / Thames Valley

Are you an ambitious part-qualified accountant looking to accelerate your career within a dynamic Top 50 firm? Are you seeking an opportunity where you will gain hands‑on exposure to diverse client audits, receive structured study support, and work alongside leading industry professionals across the Thames Valley?

About the Firm

This prominent Top 50 Firm of accountants and business advisers is widely recognised for providing exceptional audit, tax, and advisory services to an extensive and varied portfolio of corporate and commercial clients. Known for its progressive and inclusive culture, the firm champions professional development, early responsibility, and collaborative teamwork across its regional office network.

Responsibilities

• Assist on end-to-end external audit assignments for a diverse client portfolio across multiple commercial and non-profit sectors.
• Prepare statutory financial statements and corporation tax computations in conjunction with audit fieldwork.
• Supervise, support, and mentor junior team members and trainees on-site during audit engagements.
• Liaise directly with client finance teams and management to resolve queries and gather essential audit evidence.
• Utilise advanced audit and accounts software packages, including Caseware, to ensure rigorous quality control and compliance.

What You’ll Receive

• Competitive starting salary aligned with professional qualification stage
• Full professional study support package including tuition fees and exam costs
• Paid study leave to support successful exam completion
• Structured annual performance and career progression reviews
• Agile working arrangements supporting a balanced lifestyle