Audit Senior

Hays PLC; Bournemouth; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Bournemouth seeks an Audit Senior to join its dynamic team. This role involves planning audits, leading fieldwork, and engaging with clients. Ideal candidates are ACA/ACCA qualified, experienced in audit processes, and possess strong communication skills. The position offers hybrid working, competitive salary, and opportunities for career development.

Benefits

25 days annual leave + bank holidays

Contributory pension scheme & life assurance

Profit-sharing plan

Paid overtime or time off in lieu

Flexible benefits and family-friendly policies

Qualifications

• Experienced in audit planning, fieldwork, and completion.
• Proficient in accounts preparation and technically up to date.

Responsibilities

• Planning audits: Identifying risks and designing audit tests.
• Leading fieldwork: Guiding teams and mentoring juniors.
• Client engagement: Building rapport and delivering communication.

Skills

Communication

Organizational Skills

Client Focus

Teamwork

Education

ACA/ACCA qualified or finalist

Tools

Excel

Word

CCH audit/accounts software

Job description

Full-Time | Permanent | Hybrid Working | Career-Defining Opportunity

Are you an experienced audit professional ready to take the next step in your career? We're looking for a confident and proactive Audit Senior to join a dynamic and growing audit and accounts team in Bournemouth.

Whether you're newly qualified or a finalist (ACA/ACCA), this is your chance to work with a diverse client base, lead audit engagements, and develop your career in a supportive, forward-thinking environment.

The Role

As an Audit Senior, you'll play a key role in delivering high-quality audits and building strong client relationships. Your responsibilities will include:

• Planning audits: Identifying risks, setting materiality, and designing audit tests
• Leading fieldwork: Guiding teams, mentoring juniors, and ensuring a positive client experience
• Technical delivery: Applying professional judgment and scepticism throughout the audit process
• Client engagement: Building rapport and delivering clear, insightful communication
• Completion & reporting: Summarising key findings and managing file completion for partner review
• Budget management: Monitoring time and costs, keeping managers informed
• Flexible working: Balancing time between client sites, the office, and home

About You

We're looking for someone who is:

• ACA/ACCA qualified or a finalist
• Experienced in audit planning, fieldwork, and completion
• Skilled in accounts preparation and technically up to date with current standards
• A confident communicator with strong organisational skills
• Commercially aware, client-focused, and proactive in approach
• A team player who thrives in a collaborative environment
• Proficient in Excel, Word, and ideally CCH audit/accounts software
• Able to travel to client sites (a driving licence is preferred)

Why Join This Team?

• Supportive culture: A close-knit team that values integrity, enthusiasm, and excellence
• Career development: Clear progression paths and regular check-ins with your manager
• Diverse clients: Work with large and complex businesses across the UK and internationally
• Hybrid working: Up to 3 days from home per week, with a 35-hour work week and core hours of 10-4
• National network: Enjoy the feel of a local office with the backing of a wider firm of 1,200+ professionals

Salary & Benefits

• Competitive, market-aligned salary
• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays
• Contributory pension scheme & life assurance
• Profit-sharing plan (paid in December)
• Paid overtime or time off in lieu
• Flexible benefits and family-friendly policies

If you're ready to grow your career in a firm that values your contribution and supports your development, we'd love to hear from you.

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or feel free to call Lorna Pilling directly on 07900 224915. If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.

Please note: All applicants must have the Right to Work in the UK as sponsorship for overseas employees cannot be provided for this role.