Audit Supervisor

ACS Staffing Solutions; Watford; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established accountancy firm in Watford is seeking an experienced Audit Supervisor to lead audits across a diverse client portfolio. The ideal candidate should be ACA or ACCA qualified with at least 2 years of audit experience within a UK firm. This full-time role offers a competitive salary, hybrid working, and various benefits including an annual bonus and private medical insurance.

Benefits

Annual Christmas Bonus

Salary Sacrifice Pension Scheme

Private Medical Insurance

Death in Service cover

Group Income Protection Scheme

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years' audit experience in a UK accountancy firm.
• Ability to manage multiple audits concurrently.
• Flexible and adaptable with a focus on client service.

Responsibilities

• Lead audits under the direction of a Manager or Principal.
• Manage on-site audit teams for timely completion.
• Support supervision and training of junior team members.

Skills

Audit experience

Strong technical knowledge

Confident IT user

Excellent communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

ACA or ACCA qualified

Tools

Audit software

Job description

Overview

Role: Audit Supervisor

Location: Watford (Hybrid)

Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

Permanent, Full-Time

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an experienced Audit Supervisor to join our client's established accountancy firm in Watford. This is a key role within their expanding Audit team, providing the chance to lead audits across a diverse portfolio of clients while developing your career in a supportive and professional environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead audits under the direction of a Manager or Principal.
• Manage on-site audit teams to ensure timely and accurate completion of assignments.
• Take responsibility for planning, fieldwork, completion procedures, and preparation of management letters.
• Assist Audit Managers with delegated tasks such as planning, completion, and file reviews.
• Support the supervision and work-based training of junior team members.
• Work across a varied client base including mid-corporates, SMEs, larger groups, and UK subsidiaries of overseas parents.
• Undertake specialist audits for Pension Schemes, Charities, Solicitors, FCA regulated entities, and Not-for-Profit organisations.

The Ideal Candidate

• ACA or ACCA qualified (or equivalent).
• Minimum of 2 years' audit experience gained within a UK accountancy firm.
• Strong technical knowledge and ability to manage multiple audits concurrently.
• Confident IT user, familiar with modern audit and accounting software packages.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Ability to work independently, prioritise effectively, and meet tight deadlines.
• Flexible and adaptable approach with a focus on delivering exceptional client service.
• Right to work in the UK required.

What\'s on Offer

• Competitive salary, dependent on experience.
• Full-time role, Monday to Friday, with hybrid working options.
• Annual Christmas Bonus equivalent to one week\'s salary.
• Salary Sacrifice Pension Scheme (Employer: 5%; Employee: 3%) - subject to eligibility.
• Private Medical Insurance (after 3 months\' service, taxable benefit).
• Death in Service cover (4x salary).
• Group Income Protection Scheme (non-contributory, after 3 months\' service).
• 25 days annual leave (plus bank holidays), including 3 days over Christmas/New Year.