Audit Senior

ACCA Careers; Greater Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 43,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hours

Work from home option

Career progression

Benefits package

Job summary

ACCA Careers in Manchester seeks an experienced Audit Senior to manage audits for a diverse client base, including owner-managed businesses and SMEs. You will lead engagements from planning through completion, supervise junior staff, and ensure compliance with standards.

The role emphasizes strong client relationships, technical audit expertise, and a collaborative, team-based culture. Flexible hours and home-working options are available within a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• ACA/ACCA qualification with 2+ years post-qualification experience.
• Proven experience managing people and leading audits.
• Strong technical knowledge of audit and assurance.
• Excellent communication and client-facing skills.
• Sociable and proactive with a team-oriented mindset.
• Be able to commute to Manchester City Centre.

Responsibilities

• Plan, manage, and execute audits for a portfolio of clients.
• Prepare statutory accounts and audit documentation.
• Lead audit teams and review work of junior staff.
• Communicate audit findings and recommendations to clients.
• Ensure compliance with audit and accounting standards.
• Use software such as Xero, Sage, CCH, and IRIS.
• Contribute to ad-hoc assurance and advisory projects.

Skills

Audit proficiency

People management

Client-facing

Team leadership

Education

ACA/ACCA qualification

Tools

Xero

Sage

CCH

IRIS

Job description

Our client is one of the last true independent accountancy practices based in Manchester city centre. The firm serves a loyal client base of owner-managed businesses, SMEs, and professionals, with turnovers ranging from £10m to £400m. Known for its positive culture, consistency, and personal service, the firm combines traditional values with a modern, team-based culture where staff thrive and stay long term.

Client Details

This is an opportunity within a well-established and reputable business services organisation. The company is a medium-sized firm with a focus on delivering high-quality accounting and finance solutions to its clients.

Description

This is a great opportunity for an experienced Audit Senior to join a leading accountancy firm in Manchester. You'll manage audits for 70-80 clients with turnovers from £10m to £400m, leading engagements from planning to completion. The role includes supervising junior staff, ensuring compliance with standards, and building strong client relationships across a range of industries.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, manage, and execute audits for a portfolio of clients
• Prepare statutory accounts and audit documentation
• Lead audit teams and review work of junior staff
• Communicate audit findings and recommendations to clients
• Ensure compliance with audit and accounting standards
• Use software such as Xero, Sage, CCH, and IRIS
• Contribute to ad-hoc assurance and advisory projects

A Successful Audit Senior Should Have

• ACA / ACCA qualified with 2+ years post-qualification experience
• Proven experience managing people and leading audits
• Strong technical knowledge of audit and assurance
• Excellent communication and client-facing skills
• Sociable, proactive, and progressive in mindset
• Team-oriented with a commitment to client service
• Be able to commute to Manchester City Centre

Job Offer

• Competitive salary ranging from £43,000 to £45,000.
• Comprehensive benefits package, flexible hours and work from home option.
• Opportunities for career progression within the accounting and finance sector.
• Supportive and professional work environment within the business services industry.

This Audit Senior role offers an excellent chance to progress your career in a reputable organisation.