Audit Senior

TPF Recruitment; Chichester; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading accountancy firm in Sussex is searching for an Audit Senior, offering a hybrid work model and exposure to diverse client sectors across Sussex and beyond. This position focuses on leading audit teams, ensuring compliance, and developing a strong client relationship in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary and contributory pension scheme

Life assurance and income protection

25.5 days holiday (plus bank holidays)

Flexible working options

Access to employee assistance programs

Monthly financial awards

Qualifications

• Strong statutory audit experience within a public practice setting is mandatory.
• Proficiency in ISA and UK GAAP required.
• Experience in accounts compilation and drafting corporation tax computations.

Responsibilities

• Lead audit teams and manage assignments from planning to completion.
• Supervise and mentor Audit Juniors.
• Ensure compliance with technical standards during audits.

Skills

Client service

Communication

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Education

ACA/ACCA qualification

Part-qualified with at least 2 years of audit experience

Tools

CaseWare

Job description

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Are you a qualified accountant passionate about audit, business, and people? Do you have a curious mindset and a positive attitude? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you!

A well-established firm operating within the Top 30 accountancy practices is seeking an Audit Senior to join their growing Audit and Corporate team. Known for their fantastic work environment, modern technology, and commitment to employee development, this firm offers a unique opportunity to work with a diverse and impressive client base.

The role is based in Sussex, with the flexibility to work from either the Horsham or Chichester office. They also offer a hybrid working model, with three days in the office and two days from home.

Client Exposure

You’ll work with clients across Sussex, Kent, and London, spanning various industries, including not-for-profit organizations. This diverse portfolio ensures excellent exposure to different sectors and challenges.

As an Audit Senior, your primary responsibilities will include:

• Leading audit teams and managing assignments from planning to completion.
• Supervising, mentoring, and reviewing the work of Audit Juniors.
• Collaborating closely with managers and partners to ensure compliance with technical standards.
• Preparing accounts and corporate tax returns.
• Running assignments efficiently, both in terms of cost and time.
• Liaising with clients, HMRC, and partners during engagements.
• Ensuring audit procedures comply with regulatory and firm standards.
• Drafting corporation and income tax computations.
  

Requirements

To succeed in this role, you will need:

ACA/ACCA qualification (or part-qualified with at least 2 years of audit experience).

Statutory audit experience within a public practice setting.

Proficiency in ISA and UK GAAP.

Skills in accounts compilation and drafting corporation tax computations.

Excellent client service, communication, and organizational abilities.

Strong attention to detail and analytical skills.

Experience with CaseWare is desirable.

• Competitive salary and contributory pension scheme.
• Life assurance and income protection.
• Optional upgrades to life assurance, pension, and healthcare plans.
• Leave and Mental Wellbeing
• 25.5 days holiday (plus bank holidays) with the option to buy up to 5 additional days.
• Flexible and hybrid working options.
• Access to employee assistance programs and counselling services.
• Physical Wellbeing
• Voluntary benefits such as BUPA PMI, hospital treatment insurance, critical illness coverage, gym memberships, and annual health assessments.
• Recognition and Development
• Monthly financial awards recognising contributions to company culture and values.
• Clear career progression pathways and access to training courses.

Please contact Mark Sitton on 01273 102 360, [emailprotected] or via LinkedIn for a confidential conversation.

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We’re keen to remain the leading provider of the best accountancy talent in the South-East. We are continually exploring ways to expand our network and we know that great candidates like you can introduce us to other equally brilliant people. We’re looking to work with the best accountancy practice and tax staff in the South-East so if your friends, family or colleagues are considering a new opportunity and can demonstrate relevant experience, we'd love to speak to them.

For every candidate you refer and we subsequently place into a permanent position, we will give you £200 of Love2Shop vouchers. (Terms & Conditions apply).

Job Description
Are you a qualified accountant passionate about audit, business, and people? Do you have a curious mindset and a positive attitude? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you! A well-established firm operating within the Top 30 accountancy practices is seeking an Audit Senior to join their growing Audit and Corporate team. Known for their fantastic work environment, modern technology, and commitment to employee development, this firm offers a unique opportunity to work with a diverse and impressive client base. The role is based in Sussex, with the flexibility to work from either the Horsham or Chichester office. They also offer a hybrid working model, with three days in the office and two days from home. Client Exposure You’ll work with clients across Sussex, Kent, and London, spanning various industries, including not-for-profit organizations. This diverse portfolio ensures excellent exposure to different sectors and challenges.

As an Audit Senior, your primary responsibilities will include:

• Leading audit teams and managing assignments from planning to completion.
• Supervising, mentoring, and reviewing the work of Audit Juniors.
• Collaborating closely with managers and partners to ensure compliance with technical standards.
• Preparing accounts and corporate tax returns.
• Running assignments efficiently, both in terms of cost and time.
• Liaising with clients, HMRC, and partners during engagements.
• Ensuring audit procedures comply with regulatory and firm standards.
• Drafting corporation and income tax computations.
  

Requirements

To succeed in this role, you will need: ACA/ACCA qualification (or part-qualified with at least 2 years of audit experience). Statutory audit experience within a public practice setting. Proficiency in ISA and UK GAAP. Skills in accounts compilation and drafting corporation tax computations. Excellent client service, communication, and organizational abilities. Strong attention to detail and analytical skills. Experience with CaseWare is desirable.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and contributory pension scheme.
• Life assurance and income protection.
• Optional upgrades to life assurance, pension, and healthcare plans.
• Leave and Mental Wellbeing
• 25.5 days holiday (plus bank holidays) with the option to buy up to 5 additional days.
• Flexible and hybrid working options.
• Access to employee assistance programs and counselling services.
• Physical Wellbeing
• Voluntary benefits such as BUPA PMI, hospital treatment insurance, critical illness coverage, gym memberships, and annual health assessments.
• Recognition and Development
• Monthly financial awards recognising contributions to company culture and values.
• Clear career progression pathways and access to training courses.

Please contact Mark Sitton on 01273 102 360, [emailprotected] or via LinkedIn for a confidential conversation. Refer a friend... We’re keen to remain the leading provider of the best accountancy talent in the South-East. We are continually exploring ways to expand our network and we know that great candidates like you can introduce us to other equally brilliant people. We’re looking to work with the best accountancy practice and tax staff in the South-East so if your friends, family or colleagues are considering a new opportunity and can demonstrate relevant experience, we'd love to speak to them. For every candidate you refer and we subsequently place into a permanent position, we will give you £200 of Love2Shop vouchers. (Terms & Conditions apply).


Requirements
ACA/ACCA qualification (or part-qualified with at least 2 years of audit experience). Statutory audit experience within a public practice setting. Proficiency in ISA and UK GAAP. Skills in accounts compilation and drafting corporation tax computations. Excellent client service, communication, and organizational abilities. Strong attention to detail and analytical skills. Experience with CaseWare is desirable.