Audit Senior

DPC Chartered Accountants; Stoke-on-Trent; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A thriving accountancy practice in Stoke-on-Trent is seeking an Audit Senior to oversee audits and mentor junior staff. With a clear pathway to progression and a commitment to professional growth, you'll enjoy a dynamic work environment. The role includes a variety of perks such as hybrid working, study support, and a collaborative culture.

Benefits

5% profit share bonus

Fully funded ACA/ACCA study support

Hybrid working

Competitve annual leave

Health Cash Plan

Foodie Fridays

On-site games room

Pension scheme

Qualifications

• Strong experience in leading audits.
• In-depth knowledge of audit regulations and quality standards.
• Proven leadership experience, with a passion for mentoring.

Responsibilities

• Overseeing audits from planning through to completion.
• Leading audit fieldwork and identifying risk areas.
• Mentoring and developing junior team members.

Skills

Leadership

Client Relationship Management

Time Management

Education

ACA/ACCA qualified or equivalent

Job description

Department: Audit

Location: Stoke-on-Trent

Description

At DPC Accountants, we’ve spent over 80 years helping businesses grow blending trusted expertise with modern tech to deliver smart, tailored advice. And while we’re proud of our past, we’re all about the future.

We’re part of the Sumer Group, one of the UK’s fastest-growing professional services groups, and a Top 13 UK accountancy practice, giving our team access to exciting clients, real career development, and a collaborative network across the UK.

From ambitious start-ups to established players, we support businesses at every stage and now, we’re looking for an Audit Senior to join our growing team.

If you’re ready to develop your skills in a supportive, ambitious environment keep reading below.


What you'll be doing

You’ll work closely with a variety of owner-managed businesses, overseeing audits from planning through to completion. You’ll lead on-site audit teams, ensure compliance with professional standards, and support process improvements. With a clear pathway to Supervisory Audit Senior, this role offers genuine opportunities for progression and career development.

• Taking ownership of audits from planning to completion across a diverse client portfolio, ranging from small and large companies to partnerships and sole traders
• Leading audit fieldwork on-site, identifying risk areas, and ensuring objectives are met
• Attending and contributing to client meetings at all stages of the audit process, keeping the audit manager and RI informed as required
• Mentoring and developing junior team members, building both their technical expertise and soft skills
• Driving improvements in audit processes to boost efficiency and enhance client experience
  
  
  

What should you have

• ACA/ACCA qualified (or equivalent)
• Strong experience in leading audits, with the ability to make decisions and escalate appropriately
• In-depth knowledge of audit regulations, quality standards, and risk management
• Excellent client relationship management skills, with a focus on building long-term partnerships
• Proven leadership experience, with a passion for mentoring and team development
• Strong time management and organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise under pressure
  
  
  

Why join us?

We’re committed to your professional growth and making work enjoyable while we’re at it. Here’s what you can expect:

• 5% profit share bonus (paid in the last three years)
• Fully funded ACA/ACCA study support (including paid study and exam leave)
• Hybrid working and early finishes every Friday
• Competitive annual leave package
• Health Cash Plan, Perkbox, and Employee Assistance Programme
• Foodie Fridays, quarterly socials, and a fun, collaborative culture
• On-site games room and free parking
• Pension scheme and death-in-service cover (4x salary)
  
  

We’re growing fast (20% YoY plans) and we’re looking for people who want to grow with us.