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 opportunities

Supportive and professional work env

Job summary

ACCA Careers in Manchester is seeking an experienced Audit Senior to join a leading accountancy practice. You will manage audits for a portfolio of clients with turnovers from £10m to £400m, leading engagements from planning to completion.

The role offers flexible hours and a work-from-home option within a supportive, career-focused environment. You will supervise junior staff, ensure quality, and build strong client relationships across industries.

Qualifications

• 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.

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.

Skills

People management

Client-facing communication

Auditing and assurance

Team leadership

Education

ACA / ACCA qualified

Tools

Xero

Sage

CCH

IRIS

Job description

Client Details

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.

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.