Senior Auditor

Hawthorne-Finch Talent Solutions; Leeds; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Clear career progression opportunities

Flexible working

Ongoing professional development

Direct access to Partners

Job summary

A leading accountancy firm in Leeds is seeking an experienced Audit Senior to lead on-site audit work. This role entails managing audit teams, ensuring compliance with standards, and liaising directly with clients. The ideal candidate will have at least 4 years of UK external audit experience and a strong knowledge of UK GAAP / FRS 102. In return, you will receive a competitive salary up to £45,000 and opportunities for career progression in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years’ experience in UK external audit.
• Experience leading on-site audit fieldwork.
• Technical knowledge of UK GAAP / FRS 102.
• Full UK driving licence required.

Responsibilities

• Lead on-site audit assignments for a portfolio of businesses.
• Supervise junior audit staff during fieldwork.
• Draft audited financial statements.

Skills

UK external audit experience

Leadership potential

Confidence in communication

Job description

Senior Recruitment Consultant @ Hawthorne-Finch Talent Solutions

Audit Senior £35,000 – £45,000 + Benefits | Leeds | Career Progression Focus

Are you an Audit Senior ready to step up, lead on-site audit work, and develop your career within a growing, independent accountancy firm?

A well-established chartered accountancy practice in Leeds is expanding its audit team and looking to appoint an experienced Audit Senior.

This is a fantastic opportunity to take ownership of audit fieldwork, work closely with Partners, and progress your career in a firm that offers real autonomy, development, and a supportive one‑team culture.

The Role

You’ll lead on-site audit assignments for a varied portfolio of owner‑managed and family‑run businesses, managing audit teams and delivering high‑quality audits from planning through to completion.

Key Responsibilities

• Leading on‑site audit fieldwork and managing audit assignments
• Supervising and supporting junior audit staff during fieldwork
• Completing audit files and drafting audited financial statements
• Liaising directly with clients and presenting audit findings
• Ensuring compliance with auditing standards and regulatory requirements
• Reporting progress to Audit Managers and Partners

What We’re Looking For

• Minimum 4 years’ UK external audit experience
• Experience leading on‑site audit fieldwork
• Strong technical knowledge of UK GAAP / FRS 102
• Confident communicator with leadership potential
• Full UK driving licence (for client site visits)

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary up to £45,000 (DOE)
• Clear and realistic career progression opportunities
• Flexible working to support work‑life balance
• Direct access to Partners and decision‑makers
• Supportive, collaborative team environment
• Ongoing CPD and professional development

If you’re an Audit Senior looking for greater responsibility, autonomy, and progression within a respected independent firm, this is an excellent opportunity.

Seniority level

Associate

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Accounting/Auditing and Finance

Industries

Accounting and Financial Services