Audit Senior

Sopher + Co; Borehamwood; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private Medical Insurance

Life assurance (Death in Service)

Group Income Protection

Employee Assistance Programme and 24/7

Cycle to Work scheme

Training and development opportunities

Job summary

Sopher + Co in Borehamwood is seeking an experienced Audit Senior to lead on-site audit teams and supervise junior staff within our growing Audit and Accounts team.

You will work closely with managers, directors and partners to ensure audits adhere to firm procedures and high standards, while developing technical audit expertise across a prestigious client portfolio.

Qualifications

• ACA/ACCA qualified with solid UK audit experience.
• Strong technical knowledge and analytical ability.
• Proficiency with accounting/audit software; CaseWare and Mercia advantageous.
• Advanced Excel skills and MS Office proficiency.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple deadlines.
• Proactive and professional approach, with ability to build client relationships.
• Flexible, adaptable, and supportive of team development.
• Commercial mindset and credibility with clients.

Responsibilities

• Lead audits from planning through to completion for a varied portfolio, including entities.
• Prepare audit planning documents and tests for key audit risks.
• Manage fieldwork and review junior team members; ensure ISA(UK)s compliance.
• Liaise directly with clients; develop strong relationships and resolve queries.
• Prepare draft financial statements in line with FRS 102.
• Prepare draft corporation tax computations; liaise with Tax Department.
• Ensure audit files are completed to a high standard; complete memos and reviews.
• Coach and train junior staff and maintain client files per firm policies.
• Keep abreast of developments in audit, accounting, taxation and software.
• Maintain client confidentiality at all times.

Skills

Audit leadership

Team supervision

Client liaison

Planning & testing

Education

ACA/ACCA qualified

Tools

CaseWare

Mercia

Excel

Microsoft Office

Job description

At Sopher + Co, we've spent more than 50 years helping entrepreneurs and high-net-worth individuals navigate complex financial and commercial challenges. From tax planning and private office services to business advisory and technology, we bring everything together to make life simpler and help our clients focus on what matters most.

We don't just solve problems. We build relationships, offer clarity, and give our clients the confidence to move forward. And it's our people who make that possible.

We started in Elstree in 1975, working closely with clients in the media, entertainment and music industries. Today, we support a diverse and prestigious client base across more than 20 sectors, with a continued strong and long-standing presence in entertainment and media. While we've grown, our approach hasn't changed. We keep things straightforward and focus on advice that is practical, personal, and easy to act on.

If something's complex, we simplify it. That's where we add value.

The role

We're looking for an experienced Audit Senior to join our growing Audit and Accounts team in our Borehamwood office.

This is a hands-on, client-facing role with real responsibility. You'll lead on-site audit teams, supervise junior staff and work closely with managers, directors and partners to ensure audits are completed efficiently, to a high standard and in accordance with firm procedures. It's an excellent opportunity to further develop your technical audit expertise while supporting a diverse and prestigious client portfolio.

Other responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Lead audits from planning through to completion for a varied portfolio, including limited companies, groups, charities and other entities.
• Prepare audit planning documents, including designing tests for key audit risks.
• Manage fieldwork, review the work of junior team members and ensure compliance with UK Auditing Standards (ISA(UK)s).
• Liaise directly with clients, developing strong working relationships and resolving queries promptly.
• Prepare draft financial statements in accordance with FRS 102.
• Prepare draft corporation tax computations and liaise with the Tax Department where required.
• Ensure audit files are completed to a high standard, including completion memos, clearing review points and final analytical reviews.
• Supervise, coach and train junior team members, supporting their development.
• Maintain client files and documentation in line with Sopher + Co standards.
• Keep abreast of developments in audit, accounting, taxation and relevant software.
• Maintain client confidentiality at all times in accordance with firm policies.

What you'll bring

You're technically strong and confident without relying on jargon. You build trust by making complex matters easy to understand.

You're organised, proactive, and take ownership of your work. You're comfortable managing your own workload and deadlines, and know how to prioritise effectively.

You communicate clearly and professionally, both in writing and verbally, and are confident dealing directly with clients.

You enjoy working in a collaborative team where knowledge is shared openly and people support one another.

You'll also bring:

• ACA/ACCA qualified, with solid audit experience within a UK accountancy practice.
• Strong technical knowledge and analytical ability.
• Proficiency with accounting and audit software; experience with CaseWare and Mercia is an advantage.
• Advanced Excel skills and a solid working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines.
• A proactive and professional approach, with the confidence to build strong client relationships.
• Flexibility, adaptability and a willingness to support team development.
• A commercially minded outlook and the ability to build working relationships through credibility, trust and mutual respect.

What you'll get in return

We offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, designed to support your health, wellbeing, financial security and career development.

Our benefits include (some available from day one, others after probation or length of service):

• Private Medical Insurance
• Life assurance (Death in Service)
• Group Income Protection (GIP)
• Employee Assistance Programme and 24/7 Digital GP access
• Reward Gateway (employee discounts and cashback)
• Generous holiday entitlement, with the option to buy and sell leave
• Enhanced family-friendly policies
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Fully funded training packages with a generous exam reward structure
• Recognition and long-service milestones
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Discounted wills and LPAs
• Social committee and regular social events
• Fresh fruit in the office

Just as important is the environment. We're a friendly, supportive team where people enjoy working together and take pride in what they do.

You’ll have the opportunity to work with a well-known client base across a wide range of industries, gaining exposure that is genuinely unique and difficult to find elsewhere in a firm of our size.

Our commitment

Sopher + Co strongly believe in staff development and continuously encourage internal progression, supporting you to grow your career within the firm.

We are committed to equality of opportunity in employment and expect all employees to act in accordance with this principle, recognising its importance to the success of our business.