Audit Senior

TPF Recruitment; Chichester; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Contributory pension

Life assurance

Healthcare options

Mental wellbeing support

Flexible/hybrid working

Employee assistance programs

Job summary

TPF Recruitment is helping a Top 30 accountancy firm in Sussex fill an Audit Senior role. The position offers hybrid working (three days in the office, two from home) with offices in Horsham or Chichester and client exposure across Sussex, Kent and London.

You will lead audit teams, mentor juniors, prepare accounts and tax computations, and liaise with clients and HMRC while ensuring technical standards are met.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Leading audit teams and managing assignments from planning to completion.
• Supervising, mentoring, and reviewing the work of Audit Juniors.
• Collaborating with managers and partners to ensure compliance with technical standards.
• Preparing accounts and corporate tax returns.
• Running assignments efficiently 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.

Skills

Audit experience

Statutory audit

Team leadership

Client service

UK GAAP knowledge

CaseWare

Education

ACA/ACCA qualification

Tools

CaseWare

Job description

Chichester, United Kingdom | Posted on 14/08/2026

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.
  

We’re keen to remain the leading provider of the best accountancy talent in theSouth-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).