Lead Audit Executive | Client-Focused, Cross-Sector Practice

CAnnection; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

CAnnection is seeking an Audit Executive in Milton Keynes to join a modern office environment in a regional hub. You will manage a portfolio of clients, lead fieldwork, supervise junior staff and coordinate with other departments to meet deadlines.

The role requires ACA or ACCA with practice experience, strong Excel and Sage skills, and a client-focused, commercially aware mindset. You will contribute to high-quality audit and statutory reporting.

Qualifications

• ACA or ACCA qualification with practice experience is required.
• Experience supervising junior staff (6–12 months preferred).
• Up-to-date technical knowledge of accounting standards.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of clients, organising assignments and acting as their day-to-day point of contact.
• Plan and lead audit fieldwork, identifying risk areas and the most efficient approach to gathering evidence.
• Supervise and review the work of seniors, semi-seniors and juniors, ensuring files are complete before sign-off.
• Liaise across departments on compliance deadlines, including corporation tax and Companies House filings.
• Prepare first-draft projections and reports from raw client data.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Client-focused

Commercial awareness

Education

ACA or ACCA qualified

Tools

Excel

Word

Sage

CaseWare

Job description

CAnnection is seeking an Audit Executive in Milton Keynes to join a modern office environment in a regional hub. You will manage a portfolio of clients, lead fieldwork, supervise junior staff and coordinate with other departments to meet deadlines.

The role requires ACA or ACCA with practice experience, strong Excel and Sage skills, and a client-focused, commercially aware mindset. You will contribute to high-quality audit and statutory reporting.