Audit Supervisor

Sheridan Maine London; Hayes End; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

Sheridan Maine London is recruiting an Audit Supervisor for an established West London accountancy practice. The role covers managing audit assignments from planning through to completion across a varied client portfolio in a full-time permanent position.

You will lead on-site fieldwork, review working papers, ensure compliance with UK auditing standards, and develop junior colleagues while building strong client relationships. Eligible to work in the UK full time.

Qualifications

• Must have ACA or ACCA qualification, or be nearing completion.
• Minimum of 2 years' experience in UK accountancy practice.
• Strong external audit experience and ability to supervise audits.
• Solid knowledge of UK auditing and accounting standards.
• Excellent communication and client relationship skills.
• Ability to develop junior staff and work independently within a team.

Responsibilities

• Supervising audit assignments from planning through to completion.
• Leading on-site audit work and ensuring assignments are completed accurately and within deadlines.
• Reviewing audit working papers and ensuring compliance with auditing standards.
• Acting as a key point of contact for clients throughout the audit process.
• Identifying and resolving audit issues, escalating complex matters where appropriate.
• Supervising and supporting junior team members, providing guidance and feedback.
• Liaising with Managers and Partners on audit findings and client requirements.
• Assisting with the preparation and review of statutory accounts.
• Supporting improvements to audit processes and working practices.

Skills

Audit experience in UK practice

External audit leadership

Education

ACA or ACCA qualification, or nearing completion

Job description

Reporting to senior management, the Audit Supervisor position in London is a full-time, permanent contract with a salary of £55,000 per annum. Based within an established accountancy practice, the successful candidate will manage audit assignments from planning through to completion across a varied client portfolio. Core duties include leading on-site fieldwork, reviewing working papers, and ensuring compliance with relevant standards. Strong technical knowledge, communication skills, and the ability to build lasting client relationships are essential. The post holder will also support and develop junior colleagues, making prior supervisory experience within a practice setting highly desirable. Audit Supervisor | Accountancy Practice | West London | Up to £55k p.a. “Always deliver more than expected.” Larry Page Sheridan Maine is delighted to be recruiting on behalf of an established accountancy practice based in West London. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Audit Supervisor to join a professional and supportive team, taking responsibility for audit assignments across a varied portfolio of clients. The position offers a broad range of audit responsibilities, making it particularly appealing to someone who enjoys managing assignments, building strong client relationships and supporting the development of junior colleagues.

Key responsibilities of the Audit Supervisor will include:

• Supervising audit assignments from planning through to completion.
• Leading on-site audit work and ensuring assignments are completed accurately and within agreed deadlines.
• Reviewing audit working papers and ensuring compliance with relevant auditing standards.
• Acting as a key point of contact for clients throughout the audit process.
• Identifying and resolving audit issues, escalating complex matters where appropriate.
• Supervising and supporting junior team members, providing guidance and feedback.
• Liaising with Managers and Partners on audit findings and client requirements.
• Assisting with the preparation and review of statutory accounts.
• Supporting improvements to audit processes and working practices.

The successful Audit Supervisor will have:

• A minimum of 2 years' experience working within a UK accountancy practice.
• ACA or ACCA qualification, or be nearing completion of a professional qualification.
• Strong experience in external audit, including leading or supervising audit assignments.
• Good technical knowledge of UK auditing and accounting standards.
• Experience reviewing audit files and supporting junior colleagues.
• Excellent communication skills and the confidence to liaise directly with clients.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple assignments and deadlines.
• A proactive, professional approach with excellent attention to detail.
• The ability to work independently while contributing positively to a wider team.

This is a great opportunity for an experienced audit professional looking to progress their career within an established West London accountancy practice, offering a varied client portfolio and the opportunity to develop their supervisory skills.

You are required to be eligible to work in the UK full time without restriction. Due to the high volume of applications, it is not always possible to respond to unsuccessful applicants. Therefore, if we have not responded to your application within five days, please assume that on this occasion your application has not been successful.