Audit Senior

TC Group; Lewes; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Study support package

Pension scheme

Group life assurance 4 x salary

Healthcare cash plan

Hybrid working

25 days annual leave

Job summary

TC Group, a fast-growing UK professional services firm, seeks an Audit Senior to join the Lewes office and manage a varied client portfolio including owner-managed, not-for-profit and charities. You will work with Audit Managers on key accounts, build strong relationships with business owners, and lead audits from planning through completion.

Ideal candidates are ACA/ACCA qualified with 2–3 years of audit experience, proficient in Excel with Sage/Xero knowledge, and able to coach colleagues

Qualifications

• ACA / ACCA qualification is required.
• 2–3 years’ audit experience, ideally in practice.
• Strong knowledge of audit and accounting standards.
• Familiar with accounting systems and control environments.
• Charities and academy sector knowledge is advantageous.
• Experience with Sage and Xero; Caseware and CCH are pluses.
• Strong Excel skills: VLOOKUP, SUMIF, Pivot Tables.
• Excellent client communication and professional demeanor.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Engaging communicator and active listener.

Responsibilities

• Take a lead on the audit process from planning through to completion.
• Undertake non-audit assignments, including accounts preparation and tax computations.
• Prepare budgets for jobs and liaise with Manager on issues.
• Utilise relevant software effectively and efficiently.
• Understand clients' businesses and manage jobs to meet expectations and deadlines.
• Coach and develop junior staff with constructive feedback.
• Share best practices for process improvement within the team.
• Communicate clearly with clients, Partners and Managers.
• Keep up-to-date with legislative and regulatory changes and disseminate knowledge.

Skills

Audit experience

Client communication

Attention to detail

Leadership

Time management

Excel

Sage knowledge

Education

ACA / ACCA qualification

Tools

Sage

Xero

Caseware

CCH

Job description

Job Advert

Join a Top 20 Accountancy Firm That's Growing Fast

At TC Group, we're more than accountants. We're trusted business advisors helping ambitious entrepreneurs, SMEs and larger organisations achieve their goals. As one of the UK's fastest-growing Top 20 accountancy firms, we're proud of our people-first culture, our collaborative approach and our commitment to helping both our clients and our colleagues succeed.

The Opportunity

We have an exciting opportunity for an Audit Senior in our Lewes office. As an Audit Senior you will be working on a varied and good quality portfolio of audit clients, within the owner-managed corporates, not for profit and charities, the Audit Senior will work alongside Audit Managers on key and mid-tier accounts. The position will be in a client facing role, establishing strong relationships with a significant number of business owners across the region.

Key responsibilities of an Audit Senior will include:

• Take a lead on the audit process from planning through to completion
• Undertake non audit assignments, including accounts preparation and tax computations
• Prepare a job to meaningful and realistic budgets, liaising with Manager on any issues
• Demonstrate good utilisation of relevant software
• Demonstrate an awareness and some understanding of the clients business and manage each job to ensure client expectations and deadlines are met
• Assist in the development of others, particularly trainees through providing thoughtful feedback on jobs, offering coaching and support as necessary and supporting the Manager with useful, constructive feedback as appropriate
• Sharing best practice and ideas within the team for process improvement and development of each other
• Communicate verbally and in writing with clients
• Effectively manages Partner and Manager expectations, communicating regularly on progress of jobs
• Remain informed about legislative, technical and regulatory changes and share knowledge amongst the team

What We're Looking For

• ACA / ACCA qualified
• Minimum 2-3 years’ experience in an Audit capacity, ideally in Practice
• Good level of technical knowledge of Audit & Accounting standards
• Knowledge of accounting systems and control environments within a finance function
• Previous knowledge of the charities and academy sector would be advantageous
• Familiar with accounting software including Sage and Xero
• Previous use of CCH and Caseware would be an advantage
• Strong Excel skills – including vlookup, sumif and Pivot Tables
• Ability to communicate and engage with clients in a professional but personable manner
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
• Engaging communication style & active listener

Must have the ability to drive and access to own transport as travel to client sites will be necessary

Why Join TC Group?

We understand that choosing your next career move is about more than just a job title.

At TC Group you'll find:

• A supportive and collaborative culture
• Opportunities for career progression within a fast-growing business
• Ongoing learning, professional development and qualification support
• Flexible and hybrid working options
• A business that values innovation, individuality and fresh ideas
• The chance to work with ambitious clients and talented colleagues across the UK

Our Benefits

• Study support package
• Pension scheme
• Group life assurance 4 x salary
• Healthcare cash plan (eligibility after successful completion of probation period)
• Car parking
• 25 days annual leave (excluding bank holidays)
• Hybrid working (following successful completion of probation period)
• Buy and sell holiday scheme
• Access to our employee benefits portal – cashback and vouchers on everyday purchases
• Employee Referral Bonus – we’re always looking for talented individuals to join our team
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Regular training and development - continuous development and support not only for your professional qualifications but also for your personal goals and aspirations

About TC Group

TC Group is a dynamic and rapidly growing professional services business. Our success is built on the expertise, passion and dedication of our people.We believe that great businesses are built by great teams. That's why we invest in our colleagues, encourage innovation and create an environment where people can thrive both professionally and personally. We're committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels respected, valued and able to bring their authentic selves to work. We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds and experiences. Candidates must be based in the UK and we’re unable to provide visa sponsorship if required.

f you're looking for a rewarding opportunity with a business that's growing, investing in its people and creating exciting career opportunities, we'd love to hear from you.

Department

Audit

Contract type

Permanent

Hours

Monday to Friday, 36.25 hours per week

Salary

Competitive depending on experience