Audit Senior

BKL; England; Hybrid; GBP 54,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working environment

Collaborative workspace

Community values

Job summary

A top accountancy firm in the United Kingdom is looking for an Audit Senior to lead and deliver high-quality audits while supporting the professional development of junior staff. This role offers a hybrid working environment with flexible hours, allowing for a healthy work-life balance. The ideal candidate will possess robust audit experience and an internationally recognized qualification, alongside strong leadership and communication abilities. You will thrive in a collaborative culture that values inclusivity, creativity, and professional growth.

Qualifications

• 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.
• Proven experience leading audits from planning through to completion.
• Excellent communication, client relationships and team leadership skills.
• Proficiency with audit software and data analysis techniques.

Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver external audits across industries.
• Manage the full audit lifecycle.
• Mentor and coach junior auditors.
• Mentor and coach junior auditors with on-the-job training.
• Maintain clear communication with managers and resolve issues.
• Manage engagement budgets and time reporting efficiently.
• Build strong client relationships through professionalism and insight.

Skills

Leadership skills

Analytical skills

Client relationship

Communication

Education

ACA, ACCA, CA or equivalent qualification

UK Chartered Accountant

Tools

Audit software (e.g., InFlo Mercia)

Job description

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Base pay range

BKL Audit Senior

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, from quiet rooms and high-tech meeting spaces to dedicated relaxation areas. At BKL, you’ll find not only a place to grow your career but also a community where you can thrive personally and professionally.

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.

BKL’s fantastic Assurance team is made up of pods: smaller audit teams taking on different client bases, with a mixed portfolio spanning a diverse range of industries. No two clients are the same, keeping things fresh and dynamic. Our audits are technology-enabled and data-driven, helping you deliver insights that add real value to clients.

What You’ll Bring & Do

As an Audit Senior, you will use your technical expertise, leadership, and analytical skills to deliver high-quality audits and support the development of your team:

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, escalating issues, and resolving 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.

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Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Accounting/Auditing

Industries

Accounting and Professional Services

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