Audit Senior

Michael Page; Chester; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruiting firm in Chester is seeking an Audit Senior to manage audits for small and medium clients and mentor junior staff. The successful candidate will hold an ACA/ACCA qualification and have proven experience in audit and accounts. This role offers a competitive salary, annual leave, and support for professional qualification advancement.

Benefits

Competitive salary

25+ days annual leave

Kaplan training support

Life Assurance cover

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• 1-2 Years minimum experience in an Accountancy practice.
• Strong technical knowledge of audit procedures.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Manage and complete audits for clients.
• Prepare audit files and statutory accounts.
• Mentor junior staff and ensure compliance.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Excellent time management

Analytical and problem-solving skills

Detail-oriented approach

Education

ACA/ACCA qualification or active study

Job description

Client Details

This Top 20 Chester office offers a full range of accountancy services designed to meet the diverse needs of businesses and individuals. Their expert team provides top-notch business advice, tax planning, auditing, and bookkeeping services, ensuring your business stays compliant and financially robust.

Description

As an Audit Senior in Chester the successful candidate will manage and complete audits for small and medium-sized clients, prepare audit files and statutory accounts, mentor junior staff, and ensure compliance with statutory requirements and company standards. Key requirements include ACA/ACCA qualification or active study, proven audit and accounts experience in practice, strong communication skills, and excellent time management.

Key Responsibilities

Key responsibilities include:

• Client Management
• Audit Execution
• Team Leadership
• Compliance & Reporting
• Workload Management

Profile

A successful Audit Senior should have:

• Part/Fully Qualified in ACA/ACCA
• 1-2 Years minimum experience in an Accountancy practice
• Be able to commute to Chester 3 times per week
• Strong technical knowledge of audit procedures and financial reporting standards.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines effectively.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to liaise with clients and team members.
• A detail-oriented and proactive approach to work.

Job Offer

• A competitive salary ranging from £38,000 to £40,000 per annum.
• A minimum of 25 days of annual leave (+ bank holidays)
• Ability to buy up to 5 days of additional annual leave (up to a maximum of 30 days per annum)
• Full Kaplan training support for ACA qualification (if applicable)
• Increased minimum employer pension contributions (4%)
• Life Assurance cover
• Additional offerings for senior levels, helping to encourage career progression
• Enhanced family leave policies
• Enhanced company sick pay
• Employee Assistance Programme (24/7 support, free and confidential)
• Corporate discounts platform