Audit Senior

Hollybank Trustees Ltd; Borehamwood; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private Medical Insurance

Life assurance (Death in Service)

Group Income Protection (GIP)

Employee Assistance Programme and 24/7

Reward Gateway (employee discounts and

Job summary

Sopher + Co is seeking an experienced Audit Senior to join our Borehamwood office. This is a hands-on, client-facing role where you will lead on-site audit teams and supervise junior staff to deliver high-quality work.

You will collaborate with managers, directors and partners to complete audits efficiently and to the required standard, whilst developing your technical audit expertise across a diverse client base.

Qualifications

• ACA/ACCA qualified with solid UK audit experience.
• Strong technical knowledge and analytical ability.
• Proficient with CaseWare and Mercia.
• Advanced Excel and MS Office skills.
• Strong organisational skills with ability to manage multiple deadlines.
• Proactive and professional approach with client relationship skills.
• Flexible, adaptable and team oriented.

Responsibilities

• 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 junior staff and ensure compliance with UK Auditing Standards (ISA(UK)).
• 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 and final reviews.
• Supervise, coach and train junior team members, supporting their development.

Skills

Audit management

Client communication

Team coaching

Education

ACA/ACCA qualified

Tools

CaseWare

Mercia

Excel

Microsoft Office

Job description

Location: Hybrid / Borehamwood, UK
job type: Permanent / Full-time
Sector and subsector: Accounting & Finance | Audit & Practice
Salary: Negotiable salary

About us

Big decisions deserve clear thinking.

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
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