Senior Qualified Accountant (Audit Firm)

Sheridan Maine; Greater London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Sheridan Maine is partnering with a leading audit firm in North West London to recruit a Senior Qualified Accountant. This role targets a fully qualified ACA/ACCA with strong audit experience and offers progression within a reputable practice.

You will lead on audit engagements, review statutory accounts, and liaise with clients during fieldwork, while supervising junior staff and ensuring compliance with UK standards.

Qualifications

• ACA or ACCA qualified (or equivalent).
• Strong audit background in a practice.
• Experience leading or assisting on audit engagements.
• Knowledge of UK GAAP and IFRS (desirable).

Responsibilities

• Lead and assist on audit assignments from planning through to completion.
• Prepare and review statutory accounts and financial statements.
• Liaise directly with clients, acting as a key point of contact during audit fieldwork.
• Supervise and mentor junior staff, supporting training and development.
• Ensure compliance with UK auditing standards and regulatory requirements.
• Identify audit risks and provide recommendations for improvement.
• Support managers and partners with complex audit and accounting queries.

Skills

Audit leadership

Client relationships

Communication skills

Team supervision

Education

ACA or ACCA qualified

Job description

Senior Qualified Accountant - Leading Audit Firm North West London

Sheridan Maine is proud to be partnering with a leading and well-established audit firm based in the north west London area to recruit a Senior Qualified Accountant to join their growing team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a fully qualified ACA / ACCA accountant with strong audit experience to step into a senior role within a reputable practice, offering exposure to a varied client portfolio and clear progression opportunities.

The Role

As a Senior Qualified Accountant, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality audit and assurance services to a diverse range of clients, while supporting junior team members and contributing to the continued success of the firm.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and assist on audit assignments from planning through to completion
• Prepare and review statutory accounts and financial statements
• Liaise directly with clients, acting as a key point of contact during audit fieldwork
• Supervise and mentor junior staff, supporting training and development
• Ensure compliance with UK auditing standards and regulatory requirements
• Identify audit risks and provide recommendations for improvement
• Support managers and partners with complex audit and accounting queries

About You

• ACA or ACCA qualified (or equivalent)
• Strong background in audit within a practice environment
• Experience leading or assisting on audit engagements
• Good technical knowledge of UK GAAP and IFRS (desirable)
• Strong communication and client relationship skills
• Ability to supervise junior staff and manage workloads effectively
• A proactive, detail-focused approach

Why Apply?

• Join a leading audit firm with a strong reputation
• Exposure to a varied and high-quality client portfolio
• Clear progression opportunities within a growing practice
• Supportive and collaborative team culture

You are required to be eligible to work in the UK full time without restriction.

Due to the high volume of applications, it is not always possible to respond to unsuccessful applicants. Therefore, if we have not responded to your application within five days, please assume that on this occasion your application has not been successful.