Audit Senior

BTA; Farnborough; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK accountancy firm is seeking a Qualified Audit Senior to join their Farnborough office. This role involves planning and executing audits while leading teams and building client relationships. The firm offers a competitive salary, benefits, and a commitment to staff development in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

33 days annual leave

Private Medical Cover

Private Pension Matching Scheme

Employee Referral Bonus

Agile Working culture

Learning and development support

Career coaching

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• Qualified accountant with ACA/ACCA/CA.
• Recent audit experience in practice.
• Experience leading audits from planning to completion.

Responsibilities

• Planning, executing, and completing audits.
• Preparing accounts and reports.
• Leading on-site audit teams.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Leadership

Audit Risk Knowledge

Education

ACA / ACCA / CA full exam-qualified accountant

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Menzies is an equal opportunities employer, committed to recruiting, employing, training, paying, and promoting regardless of race, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, disability, or age. We are building a first-class team and value a diverse mix of talented people doing their best work.

Are you an ambitious soon-to-be or qualified Audit professional?

We are hiring for a Newly Qualified or Qualified Audit Senior position in our Farnborough office in the Hampshire/Surrey area.

We welcome qualified or newly-qualified candidates; if unsure, please apply to discuss your experience level further.

The role involves playing a key part in the audit team, ensuring audit planning, fieldwork, and completion meet standards, enabling Menzies to sign audit reports.

This role is part of Charlotte's team. You can learn more about her here.

Why join Menzies?

• UK-based recognized employer with offices in London, Hertfordshire, Surrey, Hampshire, and South Wales (Cardiff).
• Join our family of 600 employees — be a member, not just a number!
• Dynamic, rewarding environment with diverse clients and sectors.
• Competitive package and benefits.
• Work-life balance is part of our culture.
• We focus on staff development throughout their careers.

Key benefits include:

• Competitive salary based on annual market research.
• 33 days annual leave including bank holidays (31.5 days for trainees).
• Buy and sell leave scheme.
• Private Medical Cover (optional for trainees).
• Private Pension Matching Scheme: employee contributes 2.5-5%, we match and add 3%.
• Employee Referral Bonus up to £10,000.
• Reimbursement for one professional subscription annually.
• Dress for your day policy.
• Life Assurance at 4x salary.
• Group Income Protection if long-term sickness exceeds 6 months.
• Agile Working culture for flexibility.
• Learning, development, and Study Support.
• Career coaching for managers and above.
• Better Place to Work initiative for DEI and wellbeing.
• CSR Programme involving charity and community activities.
• Employee Assistance Programme for mental health and practical support.
• Paid sick leave.
• Free health checks and flu jabs.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Enhanced Parental & Family Leave policies.
• Volunteering Scheme.
• Season Ticket Loan.

For more details on benefits, please read here.

Key Responsibilities

• Planning, executing, and completing audits, reporting to managers and partners.
• Preparing accounts, reports, and other assignments.
• Coordinating planning with clients and internal departments.
• Building relationships with clients and third parties.
• Leading on-site audit teams, completing jobs within deadlines and budget.
• Business development and promoting the firm’s services.
• Supervising and developing trainees.

The Person

• ACA / ACCA / CA full exam-qualified accountant (ICAEW, ICAS, Irish Institute, or equivalent).
• Recent experience in Audit and Assurance in practice.
• Experience leading external audits from planning to completion under ISAs.
• Experience preparing accounts per UK GAAP.
• Ability to work independently and in teams.
• Strong communication skills with senior staff and clients.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Word and Excel.
• Motivated, responsible, and committed to quality service.
• Knowledge of audit risks and when to seek assistance.

About Us

At Menzies, our #BrighterThinking approach emphasizes going the extra mile to help clients achieve their objectives. As a leading UK accountancy and advisory firm, we are passionate about supporting entrepreneurs and SMEs through sector-led teams.

We foster ambition, self-motivation, and skill development among our people, encouraging them to realize their potential.

#BrighterThinking encapsulates the difference we make for clients and our approach to talent development, combining finance expertise with strategic thinking to deliver value.

Agency Policy

We work with a preferred supplier list (PSL) for external recruitment and do not accept unsolicited CVs outside this network. Please do not contact individual hiring managers or the Talent Acquisition team directly.

For more information and to apply, please visit our website via the “Apply” button below.