Audit Senior

BKL; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working hours

Collaborative working environment

Commitment to sustainability

Job summary

A leading accountancy firm in the UK is seeking an Audit Senior to manage the full audit lifecycle while mentoring junior staff. The role offers a chance to work in a hybrid environment, develop leadership skills, and engage with diverse clients. Candidates should have a relevant qualification and at least three years of UK audit experience. This position supports your growth in a progressive audit practice.

Qualifications

• Newly qualified or experienced professional with a recognized audit qualification.
• Minimum of three years of UK audit experience.
• Strong understanding of UK GAAP and IFRS.

Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver external audits across various industries.
• Manage the full audit lifecycle effectively.
• Mentor and coach junior auditors.

Skills

Audit lifecycle management

Client relationship management

Team leadership

Communication skills

Education

ACA, ACCA, CA, or equivalent

Tools

InFlo Mercia

Job description

Overview

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Location: North London or City of London office locations (hybrid working) • Hours: Monday to Friday, 35-hour week (flexitime)

Are you almost or newly qualified and ready to take the next step in your audit career? Or maybe an experienced professional looking for a new team? Do you want to develop your leadership skills while coaching junior colleagues? Would you like to be part of a growing, ambitious firm that embraces technology and data-driven audits? If so, we’d love to hear from you.

Why BKL?

As a Top 40 accountancy and advisory firm, BKL supports a diverse client base—from entrepreneurs and high-net-worth individuals to ambitious owner-managed businesses. We are proud to be a certified B Corporation, reflecting our commitment to sustainability, transparency, and responsible governance. Our culture is rooted in values that encourage us to think big, work together, take pride, do the right thing, and enjoy what we do.

With modern offices in North London and the City, we provide a flexible and collaborative working environment designed with wellbeing in mind.

Audit & Assurance at BKL

Our Audit & Assurance practice offers a full range of services—including statutory, grant, CASS, specialist audits, and assurance reviews—across sectors such as financial services, property, construction, not-for-profit, academies, and sustainability. The team is organised into pods of 10–20 individuals, each managing its own portfolio of clients. This structure creates a collaborative environment with exposure to a wide variety of industries and engagement types. Our audits are technology-enabled and data-driven, helping you deliver insights that add real value to clients.

What You’ll Bring & Do

Key responsibilities:

• Lead and deliver external audits across industries and engagement types.
• Manage the full audit lifecycle—from planning and risk assessment to fieldwork, documentation, and reporting.
• Identify high-risk areas, design appropriate procedures, and document findings clearly.
• Mentor and coach junior auditors, providing guidance and on-the-job training.
• Maintain clear communication with managers, escalate issues, and resolve complex matters collaboratively.
• Manage engagement budgets and time reporting efficiently.
• Build strong client relationships through professionalism and insightful communication.
• Continuously develop your technical knowledge, auditing skills, and industry expertise; contribute to best practices and quality control processes.

Qualifications & experience:

• ACA, ACCA, CA, or equivalent internationally recognised qualification (newly qualified or experienced).
• Minimum of three years’ UK audit experience in a reputable firm.
• Strong understanding of auditing standards, UK GAAP, and IFRS.
• Proven experience leading audits from planning through to completion.
• Excellent communication, client relationship, and team leadership skills.
• Proficiency with audit software (e.g., InFlo Mercia) and data analysis techniques.

Your Growth, Your Impact

At BKL, you will have the freedom to thrive, innovate, and bring creativity to your work. We value inclusion, diversity, and talent development, welcoming applications from candidates who share and champion these values. By joining us, you’ll play an active role in helping BKL grow while shaping a culture where everyone feels a sense of belonging.

High challenge, high support – If you enjoy problem-solving and a fast-changing environment, you will thrive in this role.

As in all BKL roles, you will be able to take a flexible approach: balancing independent work with teamwork, and remote working with time in the office with colleagues.

You can get an insight into life at BKL here. We’re proud to be one of the few Certified B Corporations in the accountancy sector. In joining us, you’ll become part of a business that’s committed to balancing profit and purpose.

Take your next step

If this sounds like the role for you, we’d be delighted to discuss the career you could build at BKL. By applying, you consent to the processing of your personal data for recruitment purposes, in line with UK GDPR. Your information will be used securely, only for recruitment, and won’t be shared without your consent. For details, see our Privacy Policy - BKL.