Audit Senior - Top 20

Ambition; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established mid-tier accountancy firm in London is seeking an Audit Senior/Assistant Manager. The role involves leading audits from planning to completion, supervising junior staff, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. Ideal candidates will have at least three years of UK audit experience and strong technical knowledge. This position offers flexible working, structured career development, and a collaborative team culture.

Benefits

Flexible working

Structured career development

25 days holiday

Paid time for CSR initiatives

Supportive team culture

Qualifications

• At least three years of UK audit experience in practice.
• Strong technical knowledge of UK GAAP and auditing standards.
• Proven ability to manage multiple engagements and mentor junior staff.

Responsibilities

• Lead audits from planning through to completion.
• Supervise and support junior staff, providing technical guidance.
• Review working papers and ensure audit files are complete.

Skills

UK audit experience

Knowledge of UK GAAP

Ability to manage multiple engagements

Mentoring junior staff

Tools

Audit software

Accounting tools

Job description

Ambition is proud to be partnering with a well-established mid-tier accountancy firm to recruit an Audit Senior/Assistant Manager for their London office. This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified auditor to join a growing firm that offers strong progression prospects and exposure to a diverse client base, from SMEs to multinational businesses.

You will take ownership of client engagements, lead audits from planning to completion, and mentor junior staff in a supportive and forward-thinking environment.

The Role
As an Audit Senior, you will be responsible for delivering a wide range of audit assignments. You will lead on planning, fieldwork, and completion, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and internal procedures. You will also contribute to the development of junior team members and help foster a collaborative team culture.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead audits from planning through to completion, ensuring deadlines and budgets are met
• Prepare audit planning memoranda and identify key risk areas
• Supervise and support junior staff, providing technical guidance and feedback
• Review working papers and ensure audit files are complete and ready for managerial review
• Draft client communications and key issues memoranda
• Contribute to staff development through on-the-job training and performance reviews

About You

• At least three years of UK audit experience in practice
• Strong technical knowledge of UK GAAP and auditing standards
• Experience using audit software and accounting tools
• Proven ability to manage multiple engagements and mentor junior staff

What's on Offer

• Flexible working, including core hours and hybrid options
• Structured career development and succession planning
• 25 days holiday with the option to purchase additional days
• Paid time for CSR initiatives and volunteering
• Supportive and inclusive team culture

If you are ready to take the next step in your audit career and join a firm that values your growth and wellbeing, get in touch today!

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