Senior Auditor

Parker Russell UK; City Of London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist audit firm in the City of London seeks a qualified auditor to lead UK statutory audit engagements. The position requires proven experience in statutory audit, strong technical knowledge of auditing standards, and excellent communication skills. The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and an ACA or ACCA qualification or be actively pursuing it. The role is full-time and on-site, focusing on delivering high-quality audits in regulated environments.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in UK statutory audit within a professional practice environment.
• Experience auditing FCA-regulated and/or stock exchange-listed companies.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan, execute, and complete UK statutory audits.
• Lead audit fieldwork and evaluate internal controls.
• Prepare high-quality audit working papers and manage timelines.

Skills

UK statutory audit experience

ISAs (UK)

UK GAAP

IFRS

Audit risk assessment

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or related discipline

ACA, ACCA, or equivalent professional qualification

Job description

Parker Russell UK is a specialist audit firm providing high-quality statutory audit services to medium and large corporate clients, including FCA-regulated and stock exchange-listed entities. We are recognised for our rigorous audit approach, strong technical expertise, and commitment to the highest standards of professional and ethical compliance.

Parker Russell UK is a UK member firm of Parker Russell International, a global network of independent audit and advisory firms. The network comprises over 4,500 professionals and more than 500 partners worldwide, delivering audit and advisory services across key international markets. Through this network, we support clients with UK statutory audit requirements while maintaining strong alignment with global reporting and governance standards.

Based in the City of London, Parker Russell UK works with organisations operating in complex and highly regulated sectors, delivering independent audit opinions that enhance transparency, strengthen governance, and meet the expectations of regulators, investors, and stakeholders.

Overview

This is a full-time, on-site role based in the City of London. The successful candidate will be responsible for planning, leading, and delivering UK statutory audit engagements for medium to large corporate clients in regulated environments.

The role involves performing audits in accordance with ISAs (UK), UK GAAP, IFRS, and the Companies Act 2006, while ensuring compliance with FCA and FRC requirements where applicable. The candidate will work closely with clients and internal audit teams to deliver high-quality audits, maintain robust documentation, and uphold the firm’s audit quality and independence standards.

Responsibilities

• Plan, execute, and complete UK statutory audits in accordance with ISAs (UK), UK GAAP, IFRS, and Companies Act 2006
• Lead audit fieldwork, including substantive testing, analytical review, and evaluation of financial statement disclosures
• Identify, assess, and respond to significant audit risks and key areas of judgement
• Evaluate and test internal controls, financial reporting processes, and governance arrangements
• Prepare and review high-quality audit working papers in line with internal quality policies and regulatory inspection standards
• Supervise, coach, and review the work of junior audit team members
• Communicate audit findings, control deficiencies, and recommendations to management and those charged with governance
• Ensure compliance with FCA rules, FRC Ethical Standards, and independence requirements where applicable
• Manage audit timelines, budgets, and deliverables to ensure efficient and timely completion of engagements
• Maintain professional scepticism and objectivity throughout all audit assignments
• Monitor and apply developments in UK auditing, accounting, and regulatory standards

Qualifications

• Proven experience in UK statutory audit within a professional practice environment
• Experience auditing FCA-regulated and/or stock exchange-listed companies
• Strong technical knowledge of ISAs (UK), UK GAAP, IFRS, and UK regulatory frameworks
• Solid understanding of audit risk assessment, internal controls, and financial reporting
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple audit engagements in a fast-paced, on-site environment
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related discipline
• ACA, ACCA, or equivalent professional qualification (or actively working towards)