Audit Senior

Austin Rose; North East; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ICAEW/ACCA fees reimbursement

Structured CPD program and training

Comprehensive health and wellbeing

Discretionary bonus scheme

Job summary

Austin Rose in Durham is seeking an Audit Senior for a technology-driven regional practice. You will manage statutory audits across owner‑managed businesses and SMEs, mentor junior staff, and collaborate with Managers and Partners to uphold audit quality.

The role focuses on CaseWare/MyWorkPapers, UK GAAP knowledge, and minimal travel across the North East and Yorkshire; the firm offers CPD support, ICAEW/ACCA membership fee reimbursement, structured training, and a rewarding career path.

Qualifications

• ACA or ACCA qualified audit professional.
• Mentor junior team members and support CPD.
• Knowledge of UK GAAP and statutory audit procedures.

Responsibilities

• Manage statutory audit engagements from planning through completion across a varied corporate portfolio.
• Utilise digital audit software and cloud-based platforms to drive engagement efficiency, audit quality, and technical precision.
• Act as primary client contact, managing queries and delivering an exceptional client experience.
• Review technical working papers and draft financial statements prepared by juniors, offering feedback.
• Collaborate with Audit Managers and Partners to ensure high-quality audit delivery and continuous process improvement.
• Maintain up-to-date technical expertise through CPD and professional development.

Education

ACA/ACCA qualified

Job description

Audit Senior | 10 Partner Firm | Durham

Are you an ACA or ACCA qualified audit professional looking to step into a technology-driven senior role with a leading regional advisory practice in Durham? Do you want to manage statutory audits across a diverse client portfolio of owner-managed businesses and SMEs, mentor junior team members, and drive audit quality without long-distance travel? This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious Audit Senior to join a forward-thinking 10 partner firm offering structured CPD support, competitive rewards, and direct career progression.

About the Firm

This leading 10 partner firm of Chartered Accountants and business advisers delivers premier audit, accounting, and taxation solutions to owner-managed businesses, SMEs, charities, and corporate entities across the North East and Yorkshire. Combining high-quality, director-led client service with cutting-edge digital audit software such as CaseWare and MyWorkPapers, the practice fosters a collaborative, progressive culture focused on continuous improvement, staff development, and technical excellence.

Responsibilities

As an Audit Senior you will:

• Manage and deliver statutory audit engagements from initial planning through to completion across a varied corporate portfolio.
• Utilise digital audit software and cloud-based accounting platforms to drive engagement efficiency, audit quality, and technical precision.
• Act as a primary key contact for clients, managing queries, facilitating communication, and delivering an exceptional client experience.
• Review technical working papers and draft financial statements prepared by junior team members, offering detailed feedback and ongoing mentorship.
• Collaborate closely with Audit Managers and Partners to ensure high-quality audit delivery and continuous process improvement.
• Maintain up-to-date technical expertise in UK GAAP, FRS 102, and statutory audit procedures through continuous professional development.

What You’ll Receive

• Competitive salary package benchmarked against regional public practice standards.
• Full reimbursement of professional ICAEW / ACCA membership fees.
• Full Continuing Professional Development (CPD) program and structured technical training.
• Comprehensive health and employee wellbeing benefits plan.
• Structured annual performance and discretionary bonus scheme.
• Minimal long-distance travel, with assignments focused across the North East and Yorkshire.

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