Audit Senior

Rickard Luckin Limited; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading audit firm in Chelmsford seeks an ACA or ACCA qualified audit professional to take ownership of audits and support junior team members. Responsibilities include leading audits, managing budgets, and building client relationships. This position offers opportunities for career growth within audit and beyond, along with a generous benefits package including flexible hours and health insurance.

Benefits

Flexi Hours

Enhanced Parental Leave

Group Pension Scheme

BUPA Health Insurance

23 days' holiday + bank holidays

Qualifications

• Experience of leading audits from planning to completion.
• Strong knowledge of FRS102 and ISAs.
• Excellent communicator, confident in client-facing situations.

Responsibilities

• Planning, executing and finalising audits for a diverse portfolio of clients.
• Leading on-site teams and providing guidance to junior staff.
• Managing budgets and deadlines to ensure efficient delivery.

Skills

Leadership in audits

Strong communication

Team mentoring

Commercial awareness

Education

ACA or ACCA qualification

Job description

Are you an ACA or ACCA qualified audit professional or close to qualifying looking to take ownership of audits and work with a diverse range of clients across multiple sectors?

At Rickard Luckin, we pride ourselves on taking a professional, passionate and personal approach. Not just with our clients, but with our people too.

Our firm remains proudly independent; owned and led by people who live and work in the same communities as our colleagues. This independence is not just a business model; it's a philosophy that shapes how we support, develop, and grow with our people.

With ongoing demand for high quality audit work, now is an exciting time to join a team trusted by a diverse client base, from entrepreneurial owner-managed businesses to group subsidiaries. Our clients value our technical strength, personal approach and ability to deliver insights that go beyond compliance.

About The Role

This role is ideal for someone with a solid grounding in audit who is ready to step up, lead assignments from planning to completion and play a key role in developing junior team members. You'll work closely with experienced managers and directors.

At Rickard Luckin, people have moved around the business as their interests developed. Some auditors have progressed into Corporate Tax while continuing CTA studies, and others into Corporate Finance. Equally, if you want to stay and progress in audit, that's just as important, we support growth wherever your career takes you.

Your role will include :

• Planning, executing and finalising audits for a diverse portfolio of clients
• Leading on site teams and providing guidance to junior staff
• Managing budgets and deadlines to ensure efficient delivery
• Taking ownership of complex or high risk audit areas
• Reviewing files for completeness before managerial or director review
• Building strong client relationships and providing clear, confident communication
• Collaborating with other teams to provide a joined-up service

You’ll also have opportunities to get involved in :

• Group audits and consolidated accounts
• Clients undergoing M&A or restructuring activity
• Advisory and accounts work alongside core audit engagements

About You

• ACA or ACCA qualified (or close to qualification)
• Experience of leading audits from planning to completion
• Strong knowledge of FRS102 and ISAs
• Commercially aware with a proactive, solutions-focused approach
• Excellent communicator - confident in client-facing situations
• A team player who enjoys mentoring and supporting others

Benefits

• Flexi Hours - Fit your working hours around our core times (10 : 00 am - 12 : 00 pm & 2 : 00 pm - 4 : 00 pm)
• Enhanced Parental Leave
• Group Pension Scheme
• Group Death in Service
• BUPA Health Insurance for all team members
• AXA Advanced Medical Insurance (including Doctor@Hand)
• 40% discount at Hussle & Nuffield Health gyms
• 23 days' holiday + bank holidays + 3 extra days for Christmas shutdown
• 2 volunteering days per year to give back to the community
• Bike to Work Scheme to support sustainable commuting
• A supportive environment where you'll feel valued, with a culture built on being passionate, personal and professional

Ready to Take the Next Step?

If you're looking for a role that will accelerate your audit career, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today or get in touch for a confidential chat with Daryl Hughes, Talent Acquisition Lead.

A Note for Recruitment Agencies

We're all about building relationships, but we've got this one covered. Unsolicited CVs will not be accepted unless briefed by our Talent Acquisition team. If we need your help, we'll reach out!