Audit Senior

ACCA Careers; Manchester; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

ACCA Careers in Manchester is seeking an Audit Senior for their growing Manchester office. You will lead audit fieldwork on a portfolio of clients from planning through to completion, and produce and review audit files in line with UK GAAP and ISAs.

The role involves acting as the main day-to-day contact for clients, supervising juniors, and supporting managers and partners with reporting and technical matters.

Qualifications

• ACA or ACCA qualified (or at final stages).
• Strong experience within UK audit, gained in practice.
• Confident leading audits and supervising junior team members.
• Strong technical knowledge and a practical, commercial approach.
• Excellent communication skills and a collaborative mindset.

Responsibilities

• Lead audit fieldwork on a portfolio of clients, from planning through to completion.
• Produce and review audit files in line with UK GAAP and ISAs.
• Act as the main day‑to‑day contact for clients during assignments.
• Supervise, coach and review the work of juniors and trainees.
• Support audit managers and partners with reporting and technical matters.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of audit processes and quality.

Skills

Audit leadership

Client communication

UK GAAP/ISAs

Mentoring juniors

Commercial awareness

Education

ACA or ACCA qualification

Job description

We are working with a leading national audit and advisory practice to recruit an Audit Senior for their growing Manchester office. This opportunity sits within a well-established audit team serving a diverse portfolio of owner-managed businesses, groups and not-for-profit organisations.

Client Details

A leading Accountancy Practice with a brilliant culture. The Manchester office is a vibrant space offering lots of flexibility and exposure to Partners.

Description

As an Audit Senior, you will:

• Lead audit fieldwork on a portfolio of clients, from planning through to completion
• Produce and review audit files in line with UK GAAP and ISAs
• Act as the main day‑to‑day contact for clients during assignments
• Supervise, coach and review the work of juniors and trainees
• Support audit managers and partners with reporting and technical matters
• Contribute to continuous improvement of audit processes and quality

Profile

An Audit Senior Will Have

• ACA or ACCA qualified (or at final stages)
• Strong experience within UK audit, gained in practice
• Confident leading audits and supervising junior team members
• Strong technical knowledge and a practical, commercial approach
• Excellent communication skills and a collaborative mindset

Job Offer

• Competitive salary up to £45,000 DOE
• Permanent position offering stability and career progression opportunities.
• Be part of a professional and supportive company culture in Manchester.