Audit Senior Assistant Manager

Hawthorne-Finch Talent Solutions; Harrogate; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An experienced Audit Senior is sought by a reputable accountancy practice in the Harrogate area. In this role, you will lead audit engagements from start to finish, manage junior staff, and ensure compliance with audit standards while prioritising work-life balance. The firm offers a hybrid working arrangement and genuine career progression opportunities. Competitive salary and ongoing professional development support are included. This is a great chance for a motivated individual to contribute to a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Hybrid working arrangement

Professional development support

Work-life balance

Pension scheme

Generous holiday entitlement

Health and wellbeing support

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years UK practice audit experience (post-qualification or equivalent).
• Proven ability to manage audit engagements independently and lead a small team.
• Strong technical knowledge of statutory audit accounts preparation and tax compliance.

Responsibilities

• Leading audit assignments for a diverse portfolio of clients.
• Managing junior staff and providing technical guidance.
• Conducting statutory audits in accordance with ISAs (UK).

Skills

UK audit experience

Communication skills

Leadership skills

Technical knowledge of audit procedures

Education

Qualified or part-qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, ATT)

Tools

Audit software

Job description

Job Description

Audit Senior / Assistant Manager

Location: Harrogate Area

Salary:

About This Opportunity

Are you an experienced Audit Senior looking for a role where your expertise is genuinely valued? Our client, a respected independent accountancy practice in the Harrogate area, is seeking a talented professional to lead audit engagements and mentor junior team members. This is your chance to take on greater responsibility, develop your technical skills and work with a firm that prioritises work‑life balance and genuine career progression.

The Role

You’ll take ownership of audit engagements from start to finish including :

• Leading audit assignments for a diverse portfolio of clients (SMEs to larger corporate entities)
• Managing junior staff and providing technical guidance on audit procedures and best practice
• Conducting statutory audits in accordance with ISAs (UK)
• Preparing audit reports and communicating findings to clients with clarity and professionalism
• Identifying opportunities to enhance audit efficiency and client service delivery
• Contributing to team development through knowledge sharing and collaborative problem‑solving

What We’re Looking For

Essential Experience & Qualifications :

• Minimum 5 years UK practice audit experience (post‑qualification or equivalent)
• Qualified or part‑qualified accountant ACA, ACCA or ATT (or actively studying towards qualification)
• Proven ability to manage audit engagements independently and lead a small team
• Strong technical knowledge of statutory audit accounts preparation and tax compliance
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal with the ability to explain complex matters clearly

Desirable Skills :

• Experience with audit software and practice management systems
• Knowledge of specific sectors (e.g. charities, property, hospitality)
• Willingness to develop client relationship management skills

Why Join Our Client

• Competitive salary (dependent on experience and qualifications)
• Hybrid working arrangement – flexibility to balance office collaboration with remote work
• Genuine career progression – clear pathway to Senior Manager or Partner roles
• Supportive team culture – collaborative environment where your ideas are heard
• Professional development support – ongoing CPD exam fees and training
• Work‑life balance – reasonable hours, respect for personal time and realistic workloads
• Pension scheme and generous holiday entitlement (25 days)
• Health and wellbeing support – access to employee assistance programmes

The Working Arrangement

• Location: Harrogate area, North Yorkshire
• Working pattern: Hybrid (typically 23 days in office, 23 days remote)
• Travel: Occasional client visits within the region
• Hours: Standard 37.540 hours per week

Ready to Take the Next Step

If you’re an ambitious Audit Senior ready to make an impact in a supportive, ethical practice, we’d love to hear from you.

To apply or discuss this opportunity further please contact:

David Hawthorne‑Finch

Hawthorne‑Finch Talent Solutions Ltd

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Why Work With Us

At Hawthorne‑Finch Talent Solutions we believe recruitment should be personal, transparent and ethical. We brief you fully on the role, team and client culture before any interview. We also offer free interview preparation, salary negotiation support and ongoing career coaching – because your success is our success.

Required Experience

Manager

Key Skills

Administrative Skills, Time Management, Internal Audit, Accounting And Auditing, Leadership skills, Organizational Skill, Accounting & Finance, Business Process Skill, Communication, External Audit, Relationship Management, Strategic Thinking Skills, Team Player Spirit, Budgeting Skills, Problem Solving Skills

Employment Type: Full‑Time

Experience: years

Vacancy: 1