Audit Senior

Mellis Blue Limited; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Our client in Oxfordshire is seeking an Audit Senior to lead audit engagements for a diverse client portfolio. You will support Directors in planning and executing audits, assess risks, and provide recommendations to strengthen internal controls.

You will manage junior staff and contribute to audit methodology improvements. Applicants should hold ACA or ACCA, have experience leading audit teams, and possess up-to-date knowledge of audit standards including FRS 102.

Qualifications

• ACA or ACCA qualification.
• Experience leading and managing audit teams.
• Strong knowledge of audit standards and best practice.

Responsibilities

• Deliver audits for complex clients and manage key business risks.
• Plan, scope and allocate resources for audit assignments.
• Lead audit fieldwork and ensure timely completion to standard.
• Prepare audit reports for Directors and clients.
• Engage with clients to discuss findings and actions.

Skills

Audit leadership

Audit planning

Knowledge of audit standards

Client management

Education

ACA/ACCA qualification

Job description

Our client in Oxfordshire is seeking a highly skilled Audit Senior to join their dynamic team on a permanent basis. The role primarily involves overseeing the delivery of audit assignments for a diverse portfolio of clients, ensuring all work is completed efficiently and to a high standard. As a key member of the team, you will support Directors in planning and executing audits, assessing business risks, and providing valuable recommendations to strengthen internal controls. You will also be responsible for managing junior colleagues, developing audit methodologies, and contributing to the continuous improvement of audit processes. The successful candidate will be expected to handle complex audit assignments from start to finish, liaising directly with clients and maintaining excellent professional standards throughout the engagement.

As Audit Senior, you will provide a high-quality, professional service to a diverse range of clients. You will support the Directors in delivering effective audit and assurance services, ensuring the continued quality and effectiveness of the Company’s audit framework.

Your key responsibilities as an audit senior include:

• Taking full responsibility for the delivery of audits for complex clients, including the assessment and management of key business risks.
• Planning and scoping audit assignments effectively, including allocating resources, setting deadlines and establishing clear and appropriate terms of reference.
• Managing and undertaking audit assignments efficiently and effectively, ensuring all work is completed to the required standard and within agreed deadlines.
• Identifying key risks to business objectives, evaluating and testing internal controls, and making practical recommendations for improvement.
• Liaising with Directors and clients throughout the planning and delivery of audits, discussing findings, emerging risks and appropriate actions.
• Preparing clear, accurate and high-quality audit reports for presentation to Directors and clients.
• Contributing to the development and continuous improvement of the Company’s audit, risk and assurance policies and procedures.
• Managing systems development and advisory assignments, undertaking more complex areas of work and advising Directors on issues with significant risk or control implications.
• Liaising directly with clients to provide financial information, guidance and advice.
• Supporting Directors with client management and assisting in the development and supervision of junior team members.

About You

We are looking for an experienced professional who can demonstrate:

• ACA or ACCA qualification.
• Proven experience of leading and managing audit teams.
• Comprehensive and up-to-date knowledge of audit standards, procedures and best practice.
• A strong understanding of FRS 102 and the ability to interpret and apply legislative requirements to client situations.
• Experience working with clients within a busy accountancy practice.

This is an excellent opportunity to further your career in audit, working in a supportive environment that values professional growth and high-quality service delivery.

You will need the right to work, as our client does not offer sponsorship