Audit Senior

Recruitment Solutions (North West) Ltd; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Recruitment Solutions (NW) Ltd is seeking an experienced Audit Senior to join a well‑established accountancy practice with four locations across the UK. You will lead on-site audits, manage resources, and set clear deadlines for engagement success.

ACCA/ACA qualified with proven audit experience and strong knowledge of regulatory standards is essential. You will mentor juniors, maintain high-quality work, and strengthen client relationships throughout the audit process.

Qualifications

• Qualified Accountant (ACCA/ACA or equivalent qualification).
• Proven experience in audit and accounts with understanding of quality and regulatory standards.
• Familiar with risk assessment and effective control measures within the audit process.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to identify issues and practical solutions.
• Experience with auditing systems CCH and Inflo is beneficial, with training provided.

Responsibilities

• Lead on-site audits from plan to completion, managing resources and deadlines.
• Ensure audit quality and compliance with standards and company policies.
• Supervise and mentor audit juniors, reviewing work and giving feedback.
• Prepare on-site audit findings reports highlighting risks and key messages.
• Build strong client relationships and adapt communication for a smooth audit process.
• Collaborate with cross-service teams to enhance client experience and outcomes.
• Contribute to team development and cross-team learning opportunities.

Skills

Audit management

Client relationships

Mentoring

Regulatory knowledge

IFRS/FRS knowledge

Education

ACCA/ACA

Tools

CCH

Inflo

Job description

Looking for your next step in audit?

Are you ACA/ACCA qualified and ready to take on a role where you can lead audit assignments, build strong client relationships and develop your leadership skills?

An excellent opportunity is available for an experienced Audit Senior to join an established accountancy practice, offering the flexibility of four office locations.

What will you be doing?

• Lead on-site audits, executing the agreed plan from start to completion, managing resources effectively, and assigning tasks with clear deadlines
• Ensure audit quality, maintaining compliance with company policies and auditing standards while upholding best practices
• Supervise and mentor audit juniors, reviewing their work, providing constructive feedback, and supporting their professional development
• Prepare on-site audit findings reports, identifying key risks, areas of concern, and significant messages for review by senior team members
• Build strong client relationships, adapting communication and approach to ensure a smooth audit process and client satisfaction
• Collaborate across service lines, recognising where multiple services are provided to the same client and working with other teams to enhance the client experience
• Contribute to team development, offering support, sharing knowledge, and fostering a culture of collaboration
• Continuously develop expertise, proactively seeking learning opportunities, identifying overlaps in work, and maximising cross-team collaboration

What are we looking for?

• Qualified Accountant (ACCA/ACA or equivalent qualification)
• Proven experience in audit and accounts, with a solid understanding of quality and regulatory standards
• Familiar with risk assessment and effective control measures within the audit process
• Skilled in managing client relationships and addressing their needs effectively
• Capable of guiding and supporting junior staff, fostering a productive team environment
• Up-to-date with relevant accounting and auditing standards, including FRS and IFRS
• Strong analytical skills, with the ability to identify issues and suggest practical solutions
• Experience with auditing systems CCH & Inflo is beneficial, however full training and support will be provided

Benefits:

• Annual Salary of up to £40,000 DOE
• Opportunity to join an established and growing Accountancy Practice
• Supportive working environment
• Career progression opportunities
• Ongoing training and development

Disclaimer

Due to the large number of applications we receive, we may not be able to respond to every applicant. If you have not heard from us within two weeks, please consider your application for the currently advertised position unsuccessful. However, we may contact you regarding other suitable roles. We want to emphasize that no wording in this advertisement is intended to discriminate based on gender, marital status, race, religion, ethnicity, age, disability, or sexual orientation. All candidates will be evaluated solely on their merits, qualifications, and ability to fulfil the responsibilities of the role. Recruitment Solutions (NW) LTD operates as an employment agency for both permanent recruitment and temporary placements.