Audit Senior

Clark Wood; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 43,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established accountancy firm in Leeds is seeking an ACA/ACCA Qualified Audit Senior or Assistant Manager. The ideal candidate will lead audits for charities, prepare statutory accounts, and manage client relationships. A passion for the charity sector is essential. The role offers a competitive salary of £43,000–£46,000, a performance bonus, 25 days of holiday, and a hybrid working model with flexibility to work from home three days a week.

Benefits

Annual discretionary performance bonus

Universal Christmas bonus

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Pension scheme (3% employer contribution)

Private Bupa Healthcare Cash Plan

Qualifications

• ACA/ACCA-qualified with experience in a small or mid-tier accountancy firm.
• Experience in charity audit and preparation of accounts under the Charity SORP.
• Strong ability to manage competing priorities calmly and efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Lead audits for a varied portfolio of charities and non-profit organisations.
• Prepare and review statutory accounts, ideally including charity accounts under the Charity SORP.
• Act as a main point of contact for clients, delivering clear and professional communications.

Skills

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Building client relationships

Mentoring

Education

ACA/ACCA qualification

Job description

Audit Senior - Leeds

A well-established, award-winning, charity-specialist accountancy practice in Leeds is seeking an ACA/ACCA Qualified Audit Senior or Assistant Manager to join their growing team.

The Role

As a Senior Associate, you’ll become a key member of the team, delivering audit, advisory, and accounting services to a wide range of clients, from landed estates and charities to owner‑managed businesses and FCA‑regulated entities.

You Will

• Lead audits for a varied portfolio of charities and non‑profit organisations.
• Prepare and review statutory accounts, ideally including charity accounts under the Charity SORP.
• Act as a main point of contact for clients, delivering clear and professional communications.
• Manage deadlines and multiple priorities with strong organisational skills.
• Provide mentoring, training, and support to junior team members.
• Contribute to the firm’s continued success through high‑quality client service.
• Maintain up‑to‑date technical knowledge relevant to charity audit and reporting.
• Uphold the firm’s ethos of ethical service and long‑term client relationships.

The Ideal Candidate

• ACA/ACCA‑qualified Audit Senior or Assistant Manager with experience in a small or mid‑tier accountancy firm.
• Ideally experienced in charity audit and preparation of accounts under the Charity SORP.
• Passionate about the charity and non‑profit sector.
• Strong communication skills with a proven ability to build lasting client relationships.
• Highly organised, calm under pressure, and able to manage competing priorities.
• Comfortable developing and mentoring junior colleagues.
• Looking for a role where you can make a meaningful impact and be genuinely valued.

What’s On Offer

• Salary £43,000–£46,000 (DOE)
• Annual discretionary performance bonus (up to 10% of salary)
• Universal Christmas bonus
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• A 35‑hour working week with a hybrid working policy with the flexibility to work from home for up to three days per week (core hours are 10‑4)
• Flexible working hours (core: 10:00–12:00 and 14:00–16:00)
• Hybrid working model (typically 3 days a week in the office)
• Pension scheme (3% employer contribution)
• Private Bupa Healthcare Cash Plan

For further details about this opportunity in Leeds, please contact Hannah Dolan at Clark Wood: [e-mail] / 07534 842108

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