Audit - Senior Associate - NFP

Michael Page Finance; Gloucester; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid and flexible working

Structured career progression

Ongoing professional development

Job summary

Michael Page Finance seeks an Audit - Senior Associate for the Not-for-Profit sector in Cheltenham. You will lead audit engagements for charities, academies, and similar organisations, under Partners, Directors, and Managers. The role offers leadership responsibility and clear long-term development.

You will plan, review, and document audits, liaising with clients to gather information, supervise junior staff, and ensure timely, accurate reporting in a collaborative team environment.

Qualifications

• ACA or ACCA qualified, or nearing completion.
• External audit experience gained within practice.
• Strong audit knowledge and commercial awareness.
• Genuine interest in the Not-for-Profit sector.
• Experience supervising or mentoring junior team members.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Committed to delivering an exceptional client experience.
• Collaborative team player.

Responsibilities

• Plan and complete audit assignments with accuracy and clear documentation.
• Review financial information and supporting records for audit matters.
• Prepare audit working papers recording work and conclusions.
• Discuss audit queries with clients and obtain needed information.
• Coordinate with colleagues to keep audit plans on track and deadlines.
• Highlight issues and support reporting to the wider team.
• Maintain organised records to ensure consistent delivery.

Skills

ACA/ACCA qualified or nearing

External audit experience

Strong communication skills

Not-for-Profit sector interest

Mentoring junior staff

Education

ACA/ACCA qualification

Tools

Audit software proficiency

Job description

As an Audit - Senior Associate - NFP in Cheltenham, you will deliver audit work for clients in the Financial Services sector, helping to keep financial information clear and reliable. You will manage your day-to-day audit activities, work closely with colleagues and contribute to accurate, well-organised outcome

Client Details

About Our Client

Our client is a leading national accountancy and advisory firm, providing audit, tax, advisory and consulting services to organisations across the UK and internationally. Through membership of a major global network, the firm combines international reach with strong local expertise, supporting clients across a wide range of sectors.

The Not-for-Profit team is recognised as one of the most respected specialist practices in the UK, working with charities, schools, academies, grant makers, membership organisations and other purpose-led entities. The team offers a collaborative culture, genuine career progression and the opportunity to support organisations that deliver meaningful impact across society.

Description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Senior Associate to join a highly regarded Audit team specialising in the Not-for-Profit sector.

Working alongside experienced Partners, Directors and Managers, you will deliver audit engagements for a broad portfolio of charities, academies, schools, membership organisations and other non-profit entities. The role offers exposure to complex and rewarding assignments, leadership responsibility and excellent long-term career development prospects.

• Plan and complete audit assignments, keeping work accurate, clear and well documented.
• Review financial information and supporting records to identify relevant audit matters.
• Prepare audit working papers that provide a clear record of work completed and conclusions reached.
• Discuss audit queries with clients and gather the information needed to progress each assignment.
• Work with colleagues to keep audit plans on track and meet agreed deadlines.
• Highlight issues identified during audit work and support clear reporting to the wider team.
• Maintain organised records throughout each engagement to support consistent audit delivery.

Profile

• ACA or ACCA qualified, or nearing completion
• Previous external audit experience gained within practice
• Strong technical audit knowledge and commercial awareness
• Genuine interest in the Not-for-Profit sector
• Experience supervising or mentoring junior team members
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
• Committed to delivering an exceptional client experience
• Collaborative approach with the ability to work effectively within a team

Job Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Hybrid and flexible working arrangements
• Structured career progression opportunities
• Ongoing professional development and training
• Exposure to a diverse and prestigious NFP client portfolio
• Supportive and inclusive working environment
• Opportunity to specialise within a growing market-leading sector