Audit Senior

Michael Page; Chester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hours

Work from home

Job summary

Our client is an independent accountancy practice based in Chester city centre, offering high-quality accounting and audit services to owner-managed businesses, SMEs and professionals. This Audit Senior role involves managing audits for 70-80 clients with turnovers from £500k to £10m, guiding engagements from planning through completion and building strong client relationships.

You will supervise junior staff, ensure standards compliance, and contribute to ad-hoc assurance projects while using

Qualifications

• ACA/ACCA qualification with 2+ years post-qualification experience.
• Experience managing people and leading audits.
• Strong technical knowledge of audit and assurance.
• Excellent communication and client-facing skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan, manage, and execute audits for a portfolio of clients.
• Prepare statutory accounts and audit documentation.
• Lead audit teams and review work of junior staff.
• Communicate audit findings and recommendations to clients.
• Ensure compliance with audit and accounting standards.
• Contribute to ad-hoc assurance and advisory projects.

Skills

Proven people management

Leading audits

Strong technical knowledge

Excellent communication

Education

ACA / ACCA qualified

Tools

Xero

Sage

CCH

IRIS

Job description

Our client is an independent accountancy practices based in Chester city centre. The firm serves a loyal client base of owner-managed businesses, SMEs, and professionals, with turnovers ranging from £500k to £10m. Known for its positive culture, consistency, and personal service, the firm combines traditional values with a modern, team-based culture where staff thrive and stay long term.

Client Details

This is an opportunity within a well-established and reputable business services organisation. The company is a medium-sized firm with a focus on delivering high‑quality accounting and finance solutions to its clients.

Description

This is a great opportunity for an experienced Audit Senior to join a leading accountancy firm in Chester. You'll manage audits for 70-80 clients with turnovers from £500k to £10m, leading engagements from planning to completion. The role includes supervising junior staff, ensuring compliance with standards, and building strong client relationships across a range of industries.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan, manage, and execute audits for a portfolio of clients
• Prepare statutory accounts and audit documentation
• Lead audit teams and review work of junior staff
• Communicate audit findings and recommendations to clients
• Ensure compliance with audit and accounting standards
• Use software such as Xero, Sage, CCH, and IRIS
• Contribute to ad‑hoc assurance and advisory projects

Profile

A successful Audit Senior should have:

• ACA / ACCA qualified with 2+ years post‑qualification experience
• Proven experience managing people and leading audits
• Strong technical knowledge of audit and assurance
• Excellent communication and client‑facing skills
• Sociable, proactive, and progressive in mindset
• Team‑oriented with a commitment to client service
• Be able to commute to Chester City Centre

Job Offer

• Competitive salary ranging from £40,000 to £43,000.
• Comprehensive benefits package, flexible hours and work from home option.
• Opportunities for career progression within the accounting and finance sector.
• Supportive and professional work environment within the business services industry.

This Audit Senior role offers an excellent chance to progress your career in a reputable organisation.