Audit Senior

Reed; Nantwich; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Pension scheme

Continued study support

Development opportunities

Job summary

Reed in Crewe is seeking an Audit Senior to strengthen the audit team. This hands-on role leads audits from planning through to completion, acts as a main client contact, and supports junior staff development in a hybrid working environment.

You should bring audit experience in an accountancy practice and be part-qualified or qualified ACA/ACCA, with strong technical knowledge and a client-focused approach.

Qualifications

• Experience leading audits in an accountancy practice.
• Part-qualified or qualified ACA / ACCA (or equivalent).
• Experience leading audits and supervising junior staff.
• Strong technical knowledge and attention to detail.
• Confident communicator with a client-focused approach.
• Well organised and comfortable managing multiple deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Leading audit assignments from planning through to completion
• Preparing and reviewing audit files and financial statements
• Acting as the main point of contact for clients during audit engagements
• Supervising, coaching and reviewing the work of junior staff
• Identifying and communicating audit issues clearly and professionally
• Ensuring work is delivered on time and in line with firm standards
• Building strong working relationships with clients and internal teams

Skills

Audit experience

Client communication

Team supervision

Detail oriented

Education

ACA/ACCA qualification

Job description

Audit Senior

Location: Crewe (hybrid working available)
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £35,000 - £45,000 per annum (dependent on experience)

We're working with a well-established and growing accountancy practice in Crewe who are looking to appoint an Audit Senior to strengthen their audit team.

This is a hands-on role offering responsibility, variety and clear progression. You'll lead audits from planning through to completion, act as a key point of contact for clients, and support the development of junior team members, while working closely with managers and partners.

Key responsibilities

• Leading audit assignments from planning through to completion
• Preparing and reviewing audit files and financial statements
• Acting as the main point of contact for clients during audit engagements
• Supervising, coaching and reviewing the work of junior staff
• Identifying and communicating audit issues clearly and professionally
• Ensuring work is delivered on time and in line with firm standards
• Building strong working relationships with clients and internal teams

What we're looking for

• Previous experience in an audit role within an accountancy practice
• Part-qualified or qualified ACA / ACCA (or equivalent)
• Experience leading audits and supervising junior staff
• Strong technical knowledge and attention to detail
• Confident communicator with a client-focused approach
• Well organised and comfortable managing multiple deadlines

What's on offer

• Competitive salary in line with the local market
• Full-time, permanent position
• Hybrid and flexible working options
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Pension scheme
• Continued study support (if part-qualified)
• Supportive team environment with clear progression to Manager
• Friendly, approachable culture with a strong focus on development

Why apply?

This is a great opportunity for an experienced auditor looking to take the next step in their career within a firm that values quality, teamwork and work-life balance. You'll gain exposure to a varied client base, real responsibility, and a clear route for progression.