Audit Senior

Vincere; Sheffield; Hybrid; GBP 27,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Vincere is hiring an Audit Senior (Associate) in Sheffield. You’ll take a lead role on audits from planning through completion, collaborating with managers and partners while supporting junior team members.

The role requires strong audit experience, ACA/ACCA qualification or finalist status, and a client-focused approach within a hybrid working model in Sheffield.

Qualifications

• 3+ years’ UK accountancy practice experience (audit-focused).
• Proven experience leading audits from planning to completion.
• ACA/ACCA qualified or finalist (or equivalent).
• Strong technical grounding in audit methodology, risk assessment, and file completion.
• Confidence using audit software and Excel (pivot tables, reconciliations, working papers).
• Professional, client-facing approach and ability to manage deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Lead audit fieldwork on-site or at client premises.
• Plan audits, prepare programmes, and coordinate timelines.
• Prepare and review audit files and ensure completion of documentation.
• Draft accounts and reports and assist with completion meetings.
• Build strong client relationships and act as day-to-day contact.
• Mentor junior colleagues where needed.

Skills

Audit experience

Leadership

Qualifications ACA/ACCA

Audit methodology

Excel

Client-facing

Education

ACA/ACCA

Job description

Audit Senior (Associate Level)

Salary: Up to £45,000

Location: Sheffield

Clear progression and a supportive team culture

If you’re an Audit Senior who wants more than just another busy season, this is a brilliant opportunity to join our client, a well-established accountancy practice in Sheffield, where you’ll get real ownership of your work, exposure to a varied client base.

This role suits someone who enjoys delivering high-quality audits, building strong client relationships, and working in a team that values doing things properly (without the unnecessary politics).

The Role: Audit Senior (Associate)

You’ll take a lead role on audit assignments from planning through to completion, working closely with managers and partners while supporting junior team members.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading audit fieldwork on-site and/or at client premises, ensuring work is delivered to a high standard
• Planning audits, preparing audit programmes and coordinating timelines
• Preparing and reviewing audit files and ensuring completion of audit documentation
• Drafting accounts and reports and assisting with completion meetings
• Building strong working relationships with clients and acting as a day-to-day contact
• Supporting and mentoring junior colleagues where needed

Requirements (What you’ll need)

To be a strong fit, you’ll ideally have:

• 3+ years’ UK accountancy practice experience (audit-focused)
• Proven experience leading audits from planning to completion
• ACA / ACCA qualified or finalist (or equivalent)
• Strong technical grounding in audit methodology, risk assessment, and file completion
• Confidence using audit software and Excel (pivot tables, reconciliations, working papers)
• A professional, client-facing approach and the ability to manage deadlines

If you’re slightly under/over on experience but the role sounds aligned, it’s still worth a conversation.

Location & Working Arrangement

• Location: Sheffield
• Working pattern: Hybrid working is available (details can be discussed based on your preferences and the team’s schedule)
• You should be able to commute to Sheffield for office days and client work as required

Salary & Benefits

• Salary: Up to £45,000 (dependent on experience and qualification level)