Audit Senior

Safer Hand Solutions; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent accounting firm in Manchester is seeking an experienced Audit Senior to join their dynamic Audit & Assurance team. In this pivotal role, you will lead audit fieldwork, prepare statutory financial statements, and collaborate with managers to ensure regulatory compliance. The ideal candidate is ACA or ACCA qualified, with proven audit experience and strong communication skills. This is an excellent opportunity for career progression in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Pension Scheme

33 Days Annual Leave

Life Assurance (4x Salary)

Employee Referral Bonus

Learning & Development Opportunities

Career Coaching

Birthday Day Off

Enhanced Parental & Family Leave

Social Events

Qualifications

• Proven experience within an audit-focused role.
• Strong technical knowledge of audit procedures and financial reporting standards.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Leading audit fieldwork and executing substantive and analytical procedures.
• Preparing audit documentation in compliance with regulatory standards.
• Reviewing financial statements and identifying key risk areas.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving

Education

ACA or ACCA qualified or equivalent

Job description

Audit Senior

We are working with one of the largest UK payroll providers, leading firm of Accountants and Business Advisers operating across the UK, Ireland and the Nordics. They are expanding and require talented individuals within Audit and Assurance.

• Manchester
• Permanent - Full Time (37.5 hours per week)
• Hybrid working but must be local to office
• £35,000 - £45,000 per annum

Benefits:

• Pension Scheme Secure your future with a comprehensive pension plan.
• 33 Days Annual Leave Achieve a healthy work-life balance with generous holiday entitlement.
• Life Assurance (4x Salary) Supporting you and your family.
• Employee Referral Bonus Be rewarded for bringing talent to the team.
• Employee Benefits Portal Access to cashback and discounts on everyday purchases.
• Learning & Development Opportunities Continuous support for professional and personal growth.
• Career Coaching Ongoing career support and development.
• Birthday Day Off Enjoy a day off on your special day.
• Enhanced Parental & Family Leave Supporting you through life's important moments.
• Social Events A chance to connect and unwind with colleagues.

Role:

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Audit Senior to join a dynamic and forward-thinking Audit & Assurance team. This role offers the chance to be part of a collaborative environment where professional growth is supported and encouraged.

As an Audit Senior, you will play a pivotal role in the completion of audit fieldwork, planned substantive and analytical audit procedures, primarily conducted on-site at client premises. You will be responsible for the planning, execution, and completion of audit assignments, ensuring that audit files contain appropriate and sufficient documentation.

Additionally, you will prepare statutory financial statements from client data and identify high-risk areas, reporting key concerns to the Audit Manager or Partner. You will use your professional judgment to assess risk and ensure the integrity of financial information. As you progress in the role, you will take on additional responsibilities, including planning and finalising audit assignments.

Key Responsibilities:

• Leading audit fieldwork and executing substantive and analytical procedures.
• Preparing audit documentation in compliance with regulatory standards.
• Reviewing financial statements and identifying key risk areas.
• Collaborating with Audit Managers and Partners to ensure client needs are met.
• Coaching, mentoring, and supporting junior team members in their development.
• Ensuring effective client communication throughout the audit process.

Requirements:

• ACA or ACCA qualified (or equivalent experience).
• Proven experience within an audit-focused role.
• Strong technical knowledge of audit procedures and financial reporting standards.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments and meet deadlines.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and client service.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious Audit Senior to further their career in a supportive and professional environment. If you are looking to take the next step in your journey, apply now to join a dynamic and growing team!

If you’re interested in something new and want to chat more, please call Hannah Kirk on (phone number removed) or apply for consideration.

Please note, Safer Hand Solutions are acting as an employment agency on behalf of a client and by applying you agree to register with us and for us to hold your details on file. Due to the volume of applications, we may only contact applicants directly who have been successfully shortlisted but may also contact you in regards to any other suitable vacancies.