Senior Audit Associate - ACA/ACCA | Varied Portfolio

Fresh People; Canterbury; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Fresh People in Canterbury is seeking a Qualified Auditor to join its Audit & Assurance team. The role is office-based and focuses on delivering high-quality audit work for a varied client portfolio, with exposure to owner-managed businesses, SMEs and larger corporates.

You will work closely with Audit Managers, Directors and Partners, handling planning, fieldwork and statutory financial statements, while ensuring compliance with UK auditing standards and maintaining strong client relationships.

Qualifications

• ACA or ACCA qualification with external audit experience.
• Experience with UK GAAP and regulatory standards.
• Experience across varied client portfolio.
• Ability to manage own workload without team management.
• Strong analytical, attention to detail and client-facing skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver external audit assignments from planning to completion.
• Prepare and review statutory financial statements.
• Ensure compliance with UK auditing standards.
• Liaise with clients and finance teams.
• Manage workload across multiple engagements.
• Identify audit risks and assist with value-added insights.
• Collaborate with cross-functional colleagues when appropriate.

Skills

ACA/ACCA qualified

External audit experience

Client relationship skills

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Commercial mindset

Education

ACA/ACCA qualification

Job description

Fresh People in Canterbury is seeking a Qualified Auditor to join its Audit & Assurance team. The role is office-based and focuses on delivering high-quality audit work for a varied client portfolio, with exposure to owner-managed businesses, SMEs and larger corporates.

You will work closely with Audit Managers, Directors and Partners, handling planning, fieldwork and statutory financial statements, while ensuring compliance with UK auditing standards and maintaining strong client relationships.