Audit Senior

Ambition; England; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working options

25 days holiday

Paid time for CSR initiatives

25 days holiday

CSR volunteering

Inclusive culture

Job summary

A prominent recruitment firm is seeking an Audit Senior/Assistant Manager for their London office. This role offers a great opportunity for a qualified auditor to take ownership of client engagements and lead audits from planning to completion. The ideal candidate will have at least three years of UK audit experience, strong knowledge of UK GAAP, and the ability to manage multiple projects while mentoring junior staff. Enjoy a supportive team culture with flexible working options and structured career development.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years of UK audit experience.
• Strong technical knowledge of UK GAAP and auditing standards.
• Proven ability to manage multiple engagements effectively.
• Proven ability to manage multiple engagements and mentor juniors.

Responsibilities

• Lead audits from planning through to completion, ensuring deadlines and budgets are met.
• Prepare audit planning memoranda and identify key risk areas.
• Supervise and support junior staff, providing technical guidance and feedback.
• Review working papers and ensure audit files are complete and ready for managerial review.
• Draft client communications and key issues memoranda.
• Contribute to staff development through on‑the‑job training and performance reviews.

Skills

UK audit experience

Knowledge of UK GAAP

Experience with audit software

Mentoring abilities

Tools

Audit software

Accounting tools

Job description

This range is provided by Ambition. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

Direct message the job poster from Ambition

External Audit Recruitment Specialist - Public Practice at Ambition

Audit Senior – Mid-Tier Firm

Ambition is proud to be partnering with a well‑established mid‑tier accountancy firm to recruit an Audit Senior/Assistant Manager for their London office. This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified auditor to join a growing firm that offers strong progression prospects and exposure to a diverse client base, from SMEs to multinational businesses.

You will take ownership of client engagements, lead audits from planning to completion, and mentor junior staff in a supportive and forward‑thinking environment.

The Role

As an Audit Senior, you will be responsible for delivering a wide range of audit assignments. You will lead on planning, fieldwork, and completion, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and internal procedures. You will also contribute to the development of junior team members and help foster a collaborative team culture.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead audits from planning through to completion, ensuring deadlines and budgets are met
• Prepare audit planning memoranda and identify key risk areas
• Supervise and support junior staff, providing technical guidance and feedback
• Review working papers and ensure audit files are complete and ready for managerial review
• Draft client communications and key issues memoranda
• Contribute to staff development through on‑the‑job training and performance reviews

About You

• At least three years of UK audit experience in practice
• Strong technical knowledge of UK GAAP and auditing standards
• Experience using audit software and accounting tools
• Proven ability to manage multiple engagements and mentor junior staff

What’s on Offer

• Flexible working, including core hours and hybrid options
• Structured career development and succession planning
• 25 days holiday with the option to purchase additional days
• Paid time for CSR initiatives and volunteering
• Supportive and inclusive team culture

If you are ready to take the next step in your audit career and join a firm that values your growth and wellbeing, get in touch today or apply via this advert.

Seniority level

Associate

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Accounting/Auditing

Industries

Accounting