Audit Senior

Michael Page; Nantwich; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Diverse client portfolio

Supportive working environment

Professional development

Job summary

Michael Page in Cheshire is seeking an Audit Senior to join our expanding team. You will lead audit assignments for a diverse client base, from owner-managed businesses to larger entities, working closely with managers and partners.

The role offers a mix of audit and advisory exposure, mentoring junior staff, and a clear pathway for long-term career progression within a supportive firm. A qualification such as ACA/ACCA is preferred and Nantwich office presence is required.

Qualifications

• ACA or ACCA qualification or equivalent.
• Experience in audit within an accountancy practice.
• Strong technical knowledge and attention to detail.
• Confident communicating with clients and colleagues at all levels.
• Experience leading audits and supervising staff.
• Proactive, organized, with a clear desire to develop professionally.
• Interest in a long-term career within practice.
• Able to work from Nantwich office.

Responsibilities

• Lead audit assignments from planning through to completion.
• Prepare and review audit work in line with regulatory and professional standards.
• Supervise and coach junior team members.
• Build relationships with clients and act as a key contact during assignments.
• Identify audit and business risks and propose practical solutions.
• Draft and present audit findings and recommendations.
• Support managers and partners with client service and business development activities.
• Assist with statutory accounts preparation where required.

Skills

Audit leadership

Client communication

Mentoring juniors

Attention to detail

Regulatory knowledge

Education

ACA/ACCA qualification

Job description

This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious audit professional seeking exposure to a varied client portfolio, increased responsibility, and a clear pathway for long‑term career progression within a supportive and forward‑thinking firm.

Client Details

A highly regarded and growing independent accountancy practice in Cheshire is looking to recruit an Audit Senior to join its expanding team.

Description

As an Audit Senior, you will take a lead role in delivering audit assignments for a broad range of clients, from owner-managed businesses to larger corporate entities. You'll work closely with managers and partners while also supporting and mentoring junior team members.

The role offers a combination of audit and advisory exposure, providing an excellent platform for career development and progression.

Key responsibilities

• Leading audit assignments from planning through to completion.
• Preparing and reviewing audit work in line with regulatory and professional standards.
• Supervising and coaching junior members of the audit team.
• Building strong relationships with clients and acting as a key point of contact during assignments.
• Identifying audit and business risks and proposing practical solutions.
• Drafting and presenting audit findings and recommendations.
• Supporting managers and partners with client service and business development activities.
• Assisting with statutory accounts preparation where required.

Profile

The successful Audit Senior will:

• Be ACA or ACCA qualified, part-qualified, or qualified by experience.
• Have previous audit experience within an accountancy practice environment.
• Possess strong technical knowledge and attention to detail.
• Be confident communicating with clients and colleagues at all levels.
• Have experience leading audits and supervising junior staff.
• Be proactive, organised, and keen to develop professionally.
• Demonstrate a genuine interest in building a long-term career within practice.
• Able to work from the firms Nantwich office.

Job Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Exposure to a diverse and high-quality client portfolio.
• A friendly, collaborative, and supportive working environment.
• Ongoing professional development and training.