Audit Senior - Sutton

Xeinadin; Sutton; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company Pension Scheme

25 days of annual leave + bank holidays

Ability to buy additional annual leave

Life Assurance x4 annual salary

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

A prominent accountancy firm in Sutton is seeking an Audit Senior to lead audit assignments and ensure compliance with internal and external standards. The successful candidate will build strong relationships with clients, mentor junior staff, and deliver high-quality work. A qualified accountant (ACCA/ACA) with relevant UK audit experience is essential. The role offers competitive compensation and a full-time office-based work model with various benefits.

Qualifications

• Qualified practice accountant with ACCA/ACA certification.
• Proven experience in auditing within a practice environment.
• Experience mentoring and supervising junior staff.

Responsibilities

• Lead audit assignments and ensure compliance with standards.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships.
• Oversee audit documentation and maintain high standards.
• Deliver accurate client files in compliance with regulations.
• Build relationships with clients and act as trusted advisor.
• Identify client needs and deliver tailored solutions.
• Address client queries promptly and professionally.
• Mentor junior team members and ensure high quality work.
• Collaborate with team to deliver accurate client files and audits.
• Prepare and review client documents including accounts, tax filings, PAYE, and VAT submissions.

Skills

Client relationship management

Supervision and coaching

Interpersonal communication

Time management

Attention to detail

Education

ACCA/ACA qualification

Supervising junior staff on site

Tools

Microsoft Office

Audit software

Job description

Vacancy Name Audit Senior - Sutton

Vacancy No VN1783

Employment Type Permanent

Duration N/A

Location City Sutton

Location Country United Kingdom

Company Description

Xeinadin was established in 2019 when a number of leading business advisory and accountancy practices across the UK and Ireland came together to re‑imagine the future of accountancy. Our collective mission to provide locally forged, trusted business advice to SMEs through forward‑thinking, close‑knit relationships remains pivotal to our growth. It’s our people who drive our business forward, and we offer them future‑focused career opportunities whilst supporting individual specialisms. Our regional offices of over 3000 colleagues operate collaboratively, combining collective expertise to maximise potential.

Overview

We are seeking a skilled and client‑focused Audit Senior to join our expanding team. As an Audit Senior, you will take a lead role in audit assignments, ensuring compliance with internal and external standards while building strong relationships with clients. This position demands an approachable and professional individual who understands client requirements and delivers exceptional service.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead audit assignments for commercial and charity clients from planning through to completion, maintaining high‑quality standards.
• Ensure audit files contain all necessary documentation, properly organized in appropriate sections.
• Analyse accounting data from client records, providing insights and recommendations.
• Oversee and ensure compliance with regulatory, internal audit methodology, and risk management requirements.
• Build and nurture strong relationships with both new and established clients, acting as their trusted advisor.
• Identify and understand client needs, offering tailored solutions and executing them effectively.
• Address client queries promptly and professionally, promoting loyalty and trust.
• Mentor and support junior team members, answering questions and ensuring high‑quality work.
• Collaborate with team members to deliver accurate and timely client files and audits.
• Deliver client work in adherence to legal and statutory requirements.
• Prepare and review client documents, including accounts, tax filings, PAYE, and VAT submissions, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Plan workloads effectively to meet deadlines and prepare work for sign‑off.
• Drive efficiency and quality by utilising best practices and leveraging available tools and technology.

Key Requirements

• Qualified practice accountant (ACCA/ACA).
• Experience supervising and coaching junior staff on site.
• Relevant UK Audit experience within the practice environment.

Additional Requirements

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to build and maintain client relationships.
• Previous experience in audit within a practice environment is essential.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and other relevant software.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills to handle multiple deadlines.
• Dependable, professional, and self‑motivated with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
• Keen attention to detail and a commitment to delivering accurate, high‑quality work.

Model Office Based

Salary Competitive

Benefits

• Company Pension Scheme
• 25 days of annual leave + bank holidays
• Additional annual leave days from certain levels of seniority
• Ability to buy up to 5 days of annual leave to reach a maximum of 30 days per annum
• Business closure over Christmas*
• Life Assurance x4 annual salary
• Enhanced family leave policies
• Enhanced Company Sick Pay
• Employee Assistance Programme – 24/7 support, free and confidential
• Corporate Discounts Platform

Flexible Benefits Platform

Ability to opt‑in to various insurances (level of seniority dependent & self‑funded at corporate rates) such as:

• PMI single or family
• Critical Illness Cover
• Cash plan
• Cycle to work
• Eye care
• Dental
• Subject to exceptions and business needs