Audit Senior

Insite Public Practice Recruitment Limited; High Wycombe; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Insite Public Practice Recruitment Limited is seeking an Audit Senior in High Wycombe. You will own audit assignments, deliver statutory financial statements, and develop technical expertise in a supportive accountancy practice.

The role offers £42,000 - £48,000 per annum, is permanent and full-time, with clear progression as you mentor juniors and manage client relationships across a varied portfolio.

Qualifications

• ACA/ACCA/CA qualified or equivalent experience
• Strong audit exposure with ability to manage engagements
• Knowledge of UK GAAP and IFRS
• Proactive, detail-oriented with strong communication skills

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of audit assignments from planning through to completion
• Conduct detailed audit fieldwork and substantive testing
• Prepare statutory financial statements using client data
• Identify risks and technical issues for review by seniors
• Ensure audit files are complete with supporting documentation
• Build trusted relationships with clients and act as main contact
• Mentor and support junior team members
• Work with managers and partners to deliver high-quality audit services

Skills

Audit

Client communication

UK GAAP / IFRS

Mentoring juniors

Education

ACA/ACCA/CA qualified or equivalent

Job description

Audit Senior

Salary: £42,000 - £48,000 per annum
Location: High Wycombe
Are you an experienced auditor looking for a role where you can take ownership of client assignments, develop your technical expertise, and work within a supportive professional environment? This is an excellent opportunity to join a highly regarded organisation that values progression, autonomy, and long-term career development.
A growing accountancy practice is seeking an Audit Senior to join its team in High Wycombe. Working with a varied portfolio of clients across multiple sectors, this role offers the chance to take responsibility for audit delivery, build strong client relationships, and play an important part in supporting junior team members.
As an Audit Senior, you will work closely with managers and partners, managing key elements of audit engagements while continuing to strengthen your commercial and technical skills. The role provides exposure to a broad range of clients and the opportunity to develop within a forward-thinking accountancy environment.
The successful candidate will be joining a collaborative team based in High Wycombe, where they will have the opportunity to work on challenging assignments while continuing to progress professionally.

What you'll be doing:

• Taking ownership of audit assignments from planning through to completion
• Carrying out detailed audit fieldwork, including substantive testing and analytical procedures
• Preparing statutory financial statements using client information and relevant accounting standards
• Identifying risks, technical issues, and areas requiring further review by senior stakeholders
• Ensuring audit files are completed accurately with clear supporting documentation
• Building trusted relationships with clients and acting as a key point of contact during assignments
• Supporting and mentoring junior members of the audit team
• Working alongside managers and partners to deliver high-quality audit services

What we're looking for:

• ACA, ACCA, CA qualified or equivalent experience
• Previous experience working within an audit-focused role
• Strong understanding of UK GAAP and IFRS
• Experience managing audit assignments and working with a range of clients
• Confidence communicating with clients and internal stakeholders
• Ability to support and guide junior colleagues
• A proactive approach with strong attention to detail

What's on offer:

• Competitive salary of £42,000 - £48,000 per annum
• Permanent, full-time position
• Opportunity to work with a diverse client portfolio
• Clear career progression opportunities within a respected professional services environment
• Supportive team culture with ongoing learning and development
• Exposure to a wide range of industries and technically challenging assignments

If you are an experienced Audit Senior looking for your next career move, this could be the ideal opportunity to continue developing within a leading accountancy practice based in High Wycombe.