Audit Senior

Michael Page; Bury; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working arrangements

Generous holiday allowance

Benefits package

Professional development and training

Job summary

Michael Page is recruiting an Audit Senior in the United Kingdom to lead audit assignments for a diverse portfolio of clients within a growing independent practice. This role offers hybrid working, strong client relationships, and clear progression opportunities.

You will oversee audits from planning to completion, mentor junior staff, and contribute to process improvements while maintaining high-quality deliverables and deadlines.

Qualifications

• ACA/ACCA qualification (or part-qualified) required.
• Previous audit experience within an accountancy practice.
• Strong technical accounting and auditing knowledge.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments and meet deadlines.
• Motivated to progress within a professional services environment.

Responsibilities

• Leading audit assignments from planning through to completion.
• Preparing and reviewing audit working papers and financial statements.
• Managing day-to-day client relationships and acting as a key point of contact.
• Supervising and supporting junior team members.
• Assisting managers with project delivery and client service.
• Identifying opportunities to improve processes and add value to clients.

Skills

Excellent communication

Relationship-building

Attention to detail

Leadership of audit assignments

Time management

Education

ACA/ACCA qualification or part-qualified

Job description

Join a growing independent accountancy practice as an Audit Senior, leading audit assignments for a diverse portfolio of clients while building strong, lasting relationships. This is an excellent opportunity to develop your career in a supportive environment with hybrid working and clear progression opportunities.

Client Details

Our client is a well-established and growing independent accountancy practice with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality audit, accounting, and advisory services to businesses across a range of sectors. Known for its supportive culture and ambitious growth plans, the firm offers a collaborative environment where employees are given real responsibility, ongoing development, and clear opportunities for career progression.

Description

Key Responsibilities of an Audit Senior:

• Leading audit assignments from planning through to completion.
• Preparing and reviewing audit working papers and financial statements.
• Managing day-to-day client relationships and acting as a key point of contact.
• Supervising and supporting junior team members.
• Assisting managers with project delivery and client service.
• Identifying opportunities to improve processes and add value to clients.

Profile

As an Audit Senior you will be confident leading audit assignments, reviewing the work of junior team members, and supporting their development. A positive attitude, strong attention to detail, and a desire to progress within a growing and ambitious firm are essential.

• ACA/ACCA qualified or part-qualified.
• Previous audit experience within an accountancy practice.
• Strong technical accounting and auditing knowledge.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments and meet deadlines.
• Motivated to progress within a professional services environment.

Job Offer

Audit Senior:

• Competitive salary package.
• Clear progression opportunities.
• Hybrid working arrangements.
• Professional development and training support.
• Exposure to a varied client portfolio.
• Supportive working environment.
• Broad exposure across audit and accounts assignments.
• Generous holiday allowance and benefits package.