Audit Team Leader

ProTalent Limited; Leatherhead; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading accountancy practice in Leatherhead is seeking an Audit Team Leader to supervise junior staff and lead audits. This role offers flexibility, a competitive salary, and opportunities for progression in a supportive company culture focusing on technical development and work-life balance.

Benefits

Flexible and hybrid working

Study support for ACA

Clear path for progression into management

Supportive, people-focused culture

Regular team events

Free parking

Good transport links

Qualifications

• Experience in audit within an accountancy practice is essential.
• Strong technical knowledge of UK audit standards required.
• Proactive and positive attitude, with good team collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Leading audits from planning through to completion.
• Supervising junior staff and reviewing their work.
• Liaising with clients and building strong relationships.

Skills

Technical knowledge of FRS 102

Leadership skills

Client relationship management

Communication

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.