Audit Senior (term-time hours)

Kreston Reeves; Maidstone; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established firm based in Kent is looking for an experienced Audit Senior to join their team. The role is on a term-time-only permanent contract with hybrid working options. You will lead audits, manage teams, and support the development of junior staff while enjoying a diverse client portfolio and supportive work culture that values continuous learning.

Benefits

Opportunities for professional development

Generous annual leave

Retail discounts

Wellbeing programs

Pension schemes

Travel schemes

Recognition awards

Development pathways

Inclusive policies

Qualifications

• Strong background in audit and accounting required.
• Experience in managing audit processes from planning to completion.
• Ability to train and review junior auditors.

Responsibilities

• Lead audit teams and manage audits from planning to completion.
• Gain exposure to accounts and corporate tax returns.
• Train and review junior auditors and support managers.

Skills

Passion for audit

Curiosity about business

Positive attitude

Education

Qualified accountant

Job description

About the role

We are offering an exciting opportunity for an experienced Audit Senior to join our team in Kent on a term-time-only permanent contract (approximately 39 weeks).

We seek a qualified accountant with a passion for audit, curiosity about business, and a positive attitude. The role can be based in Chatham or Canterbury, with hybrid working options (3 days in the office, 2 from home). Our clients are located across Kent, Sussex, and London, providing diverse sectors including not-for-profit.

Your main responsibilities will include leading audit teams, managing audits from planning to completion, and gaining exposure to accounts and corporate tax returns. You will also train and review junior auditors and support managers and partners with their portfolios.

What we offer

• Opportunities for professional development and skill growth
• A varied client portfolio
• Supportive leadership and collaborative environment
• A culture of continuous learning

Additional benefits include generous annual leave, holiday buy options, retail discounts, wellbeing programs, pension schemes, CSR initiatives, travel schemes, recognition awards, development pathways, and inclusive policies.

About us

Kreston Reeves is committed to making a positive impact as a B Corp-certified firm, aligning with UN Sustainable Development Goals. We foster a diverse, inclusive culture and value our colleagues' growth and wellbeing.