Audit Senior

Howett Thorpe; Guildford; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading audit firm in Guildford is offering a unique opportunity for an Audit Senior. Embrace the chance to lead audit engagements, work closely with managers, and contribute to a diverse portfolio while enjoying a flexible working environment that prioritizes personal development. This promising role also comes with competitive benefits designed to support employee well-being.

Benefits

25 days core holiday

Enhanced maternity/paternity

Enhanced pension

Competitive salary reviewed regularly

Incentive programme for new clients

Life assurance and health cash plan

Employee assistance programme

Hybrid and flexible working

Qualifications

• Qualified ACA/ACCA or soon to be qualified.
• Minimum 3 years of UK practice experience in audit and accounts.
• Hands-on experience with audit software such as Xero, Sage, and Caseware.

Responsibilities

• Lead diverse audit engagements and manage client relationships.
• Prepare audit files and assist in audit fieldwork.
• Mentor junior auditors and review their work.

Skills

Team Development

Client Engagement

Audit Planning

Education

ACA or ACCA qualification

Tools

Xero

Sage

Caseware

Job description

This is a rare and exciting opportunity to join a dynamic, Top-30 firm at their Guildford office. Due to continued organic growth, our client is looking to strengthen their Audit team with a motivated individual ready to contribute to their success. This is an ideal chance to work in a progressive environment that offers both professional development and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact within the firm.

Focused on employee welfare and offering enhanced flexibility tailored to your lifestyle, this is a modern firm embracing modern values.

Audit Senior – Benefits

• 25 days core holiday
• Enhanced maternity/paternity
• Enhanced pension
• Competitive salary which is regularly reviewed
• Incentive programme for new clients and staff introductions
• Life assurance and health cash plan
• Employee assistance programme
• Hybrid and flexible working

Audit Senior – About The Role

As an Audit Senior, you will gain lots of responsibility and have the opportunity to lead your own Audit Engagements, working closely with Managers and Partners as required. From Planning to Completion, you will gain a wealth of experience and exposure to a diverse portfolio of clients. As you grow, you will be able to work on the more complex clients and soon be an Audit Manager with your own Portfolio.

Responsibilities will include:

• Lead a variety of audit engagements across a truly diverse client base, liaising with managers and partners when required
• Prepare audit files, get involved with audit planning and lead/assist with the fieldwork
• Support the development and training of junior auditors, reviewing their work where necessary
• Assisting with the preparation of accounts ready for audit
• Drafting tax computations ready for review by the Tax department

The successful Audit Senior will have:

• ACA or ACCA qualified or soon to be qualified
• At least 3 years’ UK practice experience in both audit and accounts
• Experience with Xero, Sage, and Caseware would be an advantage
• Enjoy working with and helping to develop junior staff
• Ambition and drive to meet your full potential