Audit Team Leader

Pro Talent; Leatherhead; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading accountancy practice in Leatherhead is seeking an experienced Audit Team Leader. This role offers the opportunity to lead audits, supervise junior staff, and engage with clients while benefiting from competitive salary, flexible working, and a clear path to management.

Benefits

Study support for ACA

Flexible and hybrid working

Supportive culture with team events

Accessible location with free parking

Qualifications

• Experience in audit within an accountancy practice is essential.
• Strong understanding of UK audit standards.
• Proactive and positive attitude with team player mentality.

Responsibilities

• Lead audits from planning to completion.
• Supervise junior staff and review their work.
• Liaise directly with clients and manage relationships.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Technical Knowledge of FRS 102

Client Relationship Management

Education

ACA part-qualified or newly qualified

Job description

Location: Leatherhead, Surrey
Full-time | Permanent | Hybrid Working
Competitive Salary + Study Support/Benefits

A leading accountancy practice in Leatherhead is seeking an experienced and motivated Audit Team Leader to join their growing team. This is a fantastic opportunity for an ACA part-qualified or newly qualified auditor looking to step up into a more senior, supervisory role within a supportive and forward-thinking firm.

The Firm:

This well-respected firm works with a wide-ranging client base, including owner-managed businesses, UK subsidiaries of international groups, and high-growth SMEs across sectors such as retail, technology, and professional services. The team offers a high-quality, partner-led service and values collaboration, technical development, and work-life balance.

The Role:

You’ll play a key role in the audit team, leading fieldwork, supervising junior staff, and working closely with managers and partners to deliver high-quality audits. You'll be exposed to a wide variety of audit and accounts work, with plenty of opportunity to take on more responsibility and progress.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading audits from planning through to completion

• Supervising junior staff and reviewing their work on-site and in the office

• Liaising directly with clients and building strong relationships

• Preparing and reviewing statutory accounts under FRS 102

• Working with managers on risk assessments and audit planning

• Supporting ACA trainees and contributing to their development

• Ensuring work is delivered within deadlines and to a high technical standard

About You:

• ACA part-qualified or newly qualified (or equivalent)

• Experience working in audit within an accountancy practice (essential)

• Strong technical knowledge of FRS 102 and UK audit standards

• Good communication and leadership skills

• A team player with a proactive and positive attitude

• Confident managing client relationships and leading fieldwork

What’s on Offer:

• Competitive salary based on experience

• Flexible and hybrid working

• Study support for ACA if required

• Clear route for progression into management

• Supportive, people-focused culture with regular team events

• Accessible Leatherhead location with free parking and good transport links

Interested in leading audits with a respected, forward-thinking firm in Surrey?
Get in touch to find out more or apply now for a confidential discussion.