Audit Senior

BC Financial Search Ltd; Preston; On-site; GBP 43,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension scheme

Private medical Insurance

Flexible working policy

Birthday day off

Life assurance

Employee assistance programme

Cycle to work

Training and development plan

Job summary

BC Financial Search Ltd presents an Audit Senior opportunity with a leading Preston accountancy practice. You will lead audits from planning through to completion, supervise junior staff and collaborate with Managers and Partners to deliver a high-quality service.

The role requires ACA or ACCA qualification and strong UK accounting knowledge, with experience guiding audit assignments and a proactive path toward Audit Manager.

Qualifications

• ACA or ACCA qualified, or equivalent recognised accountancy qualification.
• Strong audit experience gained within an accountancy practice.
• Experience leading audit assignments from planning through to completion.
• Good technical knowledge of UK accounting and auditing standards.
• Experience supervising and reviewing the work of junior colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Lead audit assignments from planning through to completion, ensuring work is delivered to a high standard and within agreed deadlines.
• Manage a varied portfolio of audit clients, including larger businesses and corporate groups.
• Supervise and review the work of junior auditors, providing guidance, coaching and technical support.
• Identify and assess audit risks, developing appropriate testing strategies and audit procedures.
• Review financial statements and ensure compliance with relevant UK accounting and auditing standards.
• Work on more complex assignments involving group audits, consolidations, acquisitions, disposals and business restructuring.
• Lead audit planning and completion meetings, liaising directly with clients and senior colleagues.
• Assess internal controls, identify potential weaknesses and communicate findings and recommendations.
• Manage audit budgets, monitor progress and ensure assignments are completed efficiently.
• Build strong client relationships, acting as a key point of contact throughout the audit process.
• Work closely with Managers and Partners to identify opportunities for improvement and additional client services.

Skills

Audit leadership

Client communication

UK accounting standards

Budget management

Risk assessment

Education

ACA or ACCA qualification

Job description

Audit Senior – Accountancy Practice

Preston | £43,000–£48,000 | Excellent Benefits & Career Progression

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Audit Senior to join a leading accountancy practice in Preston.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an ACA or ACCA qualified professional looking to take ownership of audit assignments, work with a varied portfolio of clients and develop their career towards Audit Manager level.

You’ll be responsible for leading audits from planning through to completion, supervising junior colleagues and working closely with Managers and Partners to deliver a high-quality service.

The firm works with a diverse range of businesses, including owner-managed companies, larger corporate clients and complex groups, offering exposure to technically interesting assignments and plenty of opportunities to develop your experience.

With an attractive salary, comprehensive benefits package and a structured career development pathway, this is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to progress within an established and growing practice.

Duties and responsibilities

• Lead audit assignments from planning through to completion, ensuring work is delivered to a high standard and within agreed deadlines.
• Manage a varied portfolio of audit clients, including larger businesses and corporate groups.
• Supervise and review the work of junior auditors, providing guidance, coaching and technical support.
• Identify and assess audit risks, developing appropriate testing strategies and audit procedures.
• Review financial statements and ensure compliance with relevant UK accounting and auditing standards.
• Work on more complex assignments involving group audits, consolidations, acquisitions, disposals and business restructuring.
• Lead audit planning and completion meetings, liaising directly with clients and senior colleagues.
• Assess internal controls, identify potential weaknesses and communicate findings and recommendations.
• Manage audit budgets, monitor progress and ensure assignments are completed efficiently.
• Build strong client relationships, acting as a key point of contact throughout the audit process.
• Work closely with Managers and Partners to identify opportunities for improvement and additional client services.

Experience and qualifications

• ACA or ACCA qualified, or equivalent recognised accountancy qualification.
• Strong audit experience gained within an accountancy practice.
• Experience leading audit assignments from planning through to completion.
• Good technical knowledge of UK accounting and auditing standards.
• Experience supervising and reviewing the work of junior colleagues.
• Confidence communicating directly with clients and managing relationships.
• Exposure to group audits, consolidations or more complex corporate assignments would be advantageous.
• Strong organisational skills, attention to detail and the ability to manage competing deadlines.
• A proactive and professional approach, with a genuine interest in developing towards Audit Manager level.

Benefits

• Competitive salary of £43,000–£48,000 depending on experience.
• Flexible working policy, subject to agreement.
• Birthday day off, plus the option to buy or sell annual leave.
• Company pension scheme.
• Life assurance worth four times annual salary.
• Employee assistance programme and 24/7 GP access.
• Optional private medical insurance, dental cover and other healthcare benefits.
• Enhanced maternity, adoption and paternity leave, subject to qualifying service.
• Eye care, flu vaccinations and wellbeing support.
• Employee discounts across a wide range of retailers.
• Cycle to work and electric vehicle schemes, subject to eligibility.
• Ongoing technical training, professional development and a structured pathway towards Audit Manager level.

Company culture

This opportunity is with an established and growing accountancy practice that combines the resources and expertise of a larger organisation with a strong commitment to building lasting client relationships.

The firm works with businesses across a broad range of sectors, offering employees exposure to varied and technically challenging assignments alongside experienced audit professionals.

The working environment is collaborative and supportive, with a strong emphasis on personal development, mentoring and helping individuals progress in their careers.

As an Audit Senior, you'll be encouraged to take ownership of your assignments, develop your leadership skills and play an important role in supporting the wider team.

This would particularly suit someone looking for a long-term opportunity with genuine career progression, the chance to develop your technical expertise and a clear route towards management.

Visa and right to work

This employer does not offer visa sponsorship. Applicants must have the existing right to work in the UK without requiring employer sponsorship, either now or in the future.