Audit Senior - Leeds - Hybrid Working

Clark Wood; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading professional services firm in Leeds is seeking a Qualified Senior Audit Associate to join their audit team. This role is perfect for ACA or ACCA qualified professionals, allowing them to manage audits for a diverse client base. Responsibilities include leading audit processes and ensuring quality compliance. The firm offers hybrid working, competitive benefits including pension, and a supportive working environment focused on growth and diversity.

Benefits

Pension

Life assurance

25 days annual leave

Profit-sharing plan

Flexible family-friendly policies

Qualifications

• ACA or ACCA qualified (or due to qualify soon).
• Strong audit experience, including planning and completion of engagements.
• Excellent communication and client management skills.

Responsibilities

• Project manage and drive audit and accounting processes.
• Take ownership of planning, fieldwork, and completion of audit engagements.
• Manage a small portfolio of jobs for career progression.

Skills

Strong audit experience

Excellent communication

Commercially aware

Client-focused mindset

Proficient in Excel and Word

Organised

Education

ACA or ACCA qualified

Tools

CCH accounts or audit automation tools

Job description

• Location
  Leeds
• Sector
  Audit and Business Services, Audit & Assurance, Accounts & Audit
• Contract Type
  Permanent
• Salary
  Competitive
• Contact
  David Elliot
• Contact email
  [e-mail]
• Contact phone
  [phone]
• Published
  1 day ago
• Expiry date
  2053-05-04
• Start date
  2025-12-18
• Consultant
  David Elliot

Qualified Senior Audit Associate

Leeds | Hybrid Working

My client is a well-established professional services firm seeking a Qualified Senior Audit Associate to join their growing audit team in Leeds. This is an exciting opportunity for an ACA or ACCA qualified professional to manage diverse audit engagements while developing their technical expertise and leadership skills.

The role is ideal for someone commercially minded, organised, and proactive, looking to work with a wide range of clients across sectors including landed estates, charities, owner‑managed businesses, and FCA‑regulated entities.

The Role

• Project manage and drive audit and accounting processes, liaising directly with client finance teams
• Take ownership of planning, fieldwork, and completion of audit engagements, working closely with managers and partners
• Manage a small portfolio of jobs to develop career progression and experience
• Contribute to team development and participate in ad‑hoc projects, including departmental initiatives or client advisory work
• Ensure work is delivered to a high standard, on time, and in line with technical and compliance requirements

The Ideal Candidate

• ACA or ACCA qualified (or due to qualify soon)
• Strong audit experience, including planning and completion of engagements
• Excellent communication and client management skills
• Commercially aware with a client–focused mindset
• Proficient in Excel, Word, and ideally CCH accounts or audit automation tools
• Solid technical knowledge of accounting and auditing standards, including IFRS and consolidated accounts (preferred)
• Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple engagements in a pressured environment
• Proactive team player with a professional attitude
• Driving licence and willingness to travel to client sites (preferred)

The Team & Office

You will join a collaborative audit team of over 30 staff in Leeds, part of a larger office of 80+ employees and 5 partners. The team works with a diverse client base including AIM‑listed organisations, complex groups with overseas links, owner‑managed businesses, and charities. The modern office, opened in 2024, is conveniently located in Wellington Place, within walking distance of the city centre and transport links.

What’s on Offer

• 35‑hour working week with hybrid working (minimum 2 days in office; core hours 10:00–16:00)
• Competitive benefits including pension, life assurance, 25 days annual leave, and flexible family‑friendly policies
• Eligibility for profit‑sharing plan, paid annually in December
• Exposure to a wide variety of clients and audit engagements
• Structured career development and supportive working environment

Culture & Values

My client values equality, diversity, and inclusion, fostering a supportive environment where all individuals are encouraged to reach their full potential. The firm promotes technical excellence, integrity, enthusiasm, and collegiality, providing opportunities for professional growth while delivering exceptional client service.

For further information on this role please contact David Elliot at Clark Wood – david@clark‑wood.co.uk / DD: [phone] | Mobile: [phone]

This role is ideal for candidates with relevant experience in a UK accountancy practice. Unfortunately, we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this position.

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