Audit Senior

Sumer; Bolton; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Sumer Group Holdings Limited is seeking an Audit Senior in Bolton to take charge of delivering audit assignments from planning through to completion. The ideal candidate will be a qualified accountant, experienced in audit and accounts, with robust client relationship skills. You'll supervise junior staff and ensure high audit quality while fostering a collaborative team environment. The role supports the development of your expertise through continuous learning in a dynamic setting.

Qualifications

• Qualified Accountant status is essential.
• Proven audit experience alongside a thorough understanding of quality standards.
• Ability to identify issues and propose viable solutions.

Responsibilities

• Lead on-site audits from planning to completion.
• Supervise and mentor audit juniors effectively.
• Build strong client relationships for a smooth audit process.

Skills

Qualified Accountant (ACCA/ACA or equivalent qualification)

Proven experience in audit and accounts

Familiar with risk assessment and effective control measures

Strong analytical skills

Experience with auditing systems CCH & Inflo

Job description

Audit Senior

Department: Audit

Employment Type: Permanent

Location: Bolton

Description

As one of the region’s leading independent chartered accountants and business advisors, Cowgills has the expertise and knowledge to provide you with a full-service offering. Our independence ensures that we can tailor our approach to suit our clients’ individual needs. We have over 200 talented, committed and engaged employees, totally focused on delivering financial guidance and growth strategies to our clients.

The Role

As an Audit Senior, you will be responsible for delivering audit assignments from planning to completion, working closely with assistant managers, managers, and senior team members. You will play a key role in liaising with clients, executing audit procedures, and ensuring the delivery of high-quality work. Additionally, you will support and mentor junior team members, provide constructive feedback, and contribute to the smooth running of audit engagements.

This role can be based at our Manchester, Liverpool, Bolton and/or Wigan office.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead on-site audits, executing the agreed plan from start to completion, managing resources effectively, and assigning tasks with clear deadlines
• Ensure audit quality, maintaining compliance with company policies and auditing standards while upholding best practices
• Supervise and mentor audit juniors, reviewing their work, providing constructive feedback, and supporting their professional development
• Prepare on-site audit findings reports, identifying key risks, areas of concern, and significant messages for review by senior team members
• Build strong client relationships, adapting communication and approach to ensure a smooth audit process and client satisfaction
• Collaborate across service lines, recognising where multiple services are provided to the same client and working with other teams to enhance the client experience
• Contribute to team development, offering support, sharing knowledge, and fostering a culture of collaboration
• Continuously develop expertise, proactively seeking learning opportunities, identifying overlaps in work, and maximising cross-team collaboration

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• Qualified Accountant (ACCA/ACA or equivalent qualification)
• Proven experience in audit and accounts, with a solid understanding of quality and regulatory standards
• Familiar with risk assessment and effective control measures within the audit process
• Skilled in managing client relationships and addressing their needs effectively
• Capable of guiding and supporting junior staff, fostering a productive team environment
• Up-to-date with relevant accounting and auditing standards, including FRS and IFRS
• Strong analytical skills, with the ability to identify issues and suggest practical solutions
• Experience with auditing systems CCH & Inflo is beneficial, however full training and support will be provided