Audit Senior

Contract Type: Permanent

• Join a longstanding firm with a rich history, recently merged with a top 40 accountancy practice

• Supportive working culture with open plan hot desking, hybrid working, and frequent social activities

• Opportunities for progression and specialism in areas of focus such as media and gaming

• Comprehensive benefits package including 20-30 days' holiday, volunteering days, and wellbeing support

• Ongoing training, development, and technology initiatives to support your growth and the firm's future

Our client, a well-established accountancy and tax advisory practice with offices in Guildford and Central London, is seeking an experienced Audit Senior to join their growing team.

As an Audit Senior, you will play a key role in leading audit engagements for a diverse client portfolio. Working closely with clients and team members, you will ensure the delivery of high-quality audits, providing valuable insights and recommendations. This position offers excellent opportunities for career progression within a supportive and forward-thinking firm.

• Lead and manage audit assignments from planning to completion, ensuring compliance with UK GAAP, IFRS, Charity SORP and other requirements

• Supervise and mentor junior auditors, providing guidance and training to support their development

• Review audit work, identify risk areas, and provide recommendations for improvement

• Build and maintain strong client relationships, acting as a key point of contact throughout the audit process

• Prepare financial statements and audit reports, ensuring accuracy and timeliness

• Liaise with managers and partners to ensure efficient and effective audit delivery

• Stay up to date with changes in accounting and auditing standards, ensuring best practices are followed

• Contribute to the firm's strategy and growth initiatives, including process improvements and business development

• Minimum of 3 years' experience in audit within an accountancy practice

• ACA, ACCA, or equivalent qualified (or finalist with relevant experience)

• Strong knowledge of UK GAAP, IFRS, and auditing standards

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build client relationships

• Experience in supervising and mentoring junior staff

• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail

• Ability to manage multiple assignments and meet deadlines

• Proficiency in audit software, accountancy software and Microsoft Office

With origins dating back to 1869, our client has a rich history of providing expert accountancy and tax advisory services. Recently merged with a growing top 40 accountancy practice, they offer a full range of services with specialist teams advising on business strategy, corporate finance, and niche sectors such as media and gaming. The firm is committed to delivering true value through excellence and care, guided by its core values, which shape how it works, behaves, and interacts.

• 35-hour week

• 20 days' paid holiday (increased by 1 day per year of service up to 30 days) + Bank Holidays + Christmas closure days

• Opportunity to buy/sell annual leave

• Hybrid working to encourage work-life balance

• Frequent and varied social activities with colleagues

• Volunteering day per year is paid by the firm

• Ongoing training and development support

• Mental health support and an on-demand counselling service

• ESG committee driving sustainable change

Alongside this comprehensive benefits package, you'll be immersed in a value-driven environment, collaborating with a supportive team that prioritises your wellbeing and career growth.