Audit Senior (CA(SA)) - Exeter

Streets LLP; South Africa; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Streets LLP, a well-established chartered accountancy firm with offices in the UK and South Africa, is seeking an Audit Senior to join the UK Audit team. You will work remotely from South Africa, managing audit and accounts assignments for UK clients and partnering with UK Managers and Partners.

The role suits a recently qualified CA(SA) or someone with up to three years of post-qualification audit experience who enjoys ownership, client relationships and mentoring junior staff.

Qualifications

• Qualified CA(SA) with SAICA Articles completed.
• 1–3 years post-qualification audit experience in public practice.
• Strong ISA knowledge and financial reporting expertise.
• Excellent English written and verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Lead audits from planning through to completion.
• Prepare and review statutory financial statements under FRS 102.
• Build strong relationships with UK clients and manage engagement contact.
• Coach junior staff and collaborate with UK Managers and Partners.

Skills

Audit experience

ISA knowledge

English communication

Independent work

Education

CA(SA) qualification

SAICA Articles completed

Tools

Inflo

CCH

Xero

QuickBooks Online

Sage

Job description

Location: South Africa (100% Remote)

Supporting: UK Office & UK Client Portfolio

About Us

Streets is a well-established chartered accountancy firm with offices in the UK and South Africa. We provide audit, accounting, tax, payroll and business advisory services to a diverse portfolio of UK clients.

Our culture is built on collaboration, integrity and professional excellence. We combine modern technology with a people-first approach, giving our team the opportunity to grow their careers while delivering exceptional client service.

About the Role

We are looking for a technically strong Audit Senior to join our UK Audit team. Working remotely from South Africa, you'll manage audit and accounts assignments for a varied portfolio of UK clients, partnering closely with UK Managers and Partners.

This role is ideal for a recently qualified CA(SA) or someone with up to three years' post-qualification experience who enjoys taking ownership, building client relationships and supporting the development of junior team members.

Key Responsibilities

Audit

• Lead audit engagements from planning through to completion.
• Prepare and review audit working papers in accordance with ISA.
• Identify audit risks and perform appropriate audit procedures.
• Complete audit files to a high technical standard.
• Prepare audit reports, management letters and completion documentation.
• Deliver work within agreed budgets and deadlines.

Accounts & Financial Reporting

• Prepare and review statutory financial statements under FRS 102.
• Prepare year-end accounts for UK entities.
• Review trial balances, reconciliations and supporting schedules.
• Assist with group consolidations where required.
• Ensure compliance with UK accounting standards and the Companies Act.

Client Management

• Build strong relationships with UK clients.
• Act as the day‑day contact throughout engagements.
• Attend virtual client meetings and resolve queries professionally.
• Deliver an outstanding client experience.

Team & Collaboration

• Review the work of junior team members and provide coaching.
• Work closely with UK Managers and Partners across multiple engagements.
• Share technical knowledge and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills & Experience

Essential

• Qualified CA(SA).
• Completed SAICA Articles.
• 1–3 years' post-qualification audit experience within a public practice.
• Experience managing audit assignments from planning to completion.
• Strong knowledge of International Standards on Auditing (ISA).
• Excellent financial reporting knowledge.
• Strong analytical, organisational and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal English communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently in a remote environment.

Desirable

• Exposure to UK clients or UK accounting standards.
• Experience preparing financial statements under FRS 102.
• Experience with Inflo, CCH, Xero, QuickBooks Online, Sage or similar software.
• Previous experience working remotely for an international accounting practice.
• Experience reviewing junior staff and mentoring trainees.

What We're Looking For

• Proactive and solutions driven.
• Detail‑oriented with strong professional judgement.
• Confident communicating with clients and colleagues.
• Collaborative and supportive of team success.
• Adaptable, eager to learn and committed to continuous improvement.
• Comfortable working in a fast‑paced, deadline‑driven environment.