Audit Senior - Solent

Audit Senior (Part-Qualified)

Southampton Area | £38,000 - £48,000 + Hybrid Working + Study Support

If you're looking for an Audit Senior opportunity that offers genuine progression, exposure to a diverse client base and the support to continue developing your career, this role is well worth exploring.

We're partnering with a highly respected accountancy practice seeking an Audit Senior to join its growing Audit & Assurance team. Whether you're ACA/ACCA part-qualified, recently qualified or an experienced semi-senior looking for the next step, this position offers the chance to work closely with ambitious businesses while building your technical and leadership skills.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a firm that combines professional excellence with a people-focused culture, where career development is actively encouraged and achievements are recognised.

The Role

As an Audit Senior, you'll take responsibility for managing audit assignments from planning through to completion, working alongside managers and partners to deliver a high-quality service to a broad portfolio of clients.

You'll gain exposure to a wide range of sectors and businesses, including owner-managed companies, large corporates and international groups.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading audit fieldwork assignments and ensuring delivery to agreed deadlines


• Planning and coordinating audits from initial stages through to completion


• Supervising, reviewing and supporting junior team members


• Preparing and reviewing financial statements under UK GAAP


• Identifying risks and communicating findings to senior management


• Building strong working relationships with clients and acting as a key point of contact


• Collaborating with wider teams to deliver an efficient and professional service


• Assisting with the development and coaching of junior colleagues

About You

We're keen to speak with candidates who have gained audit experience within an accountancy practice environment and are looking to continue progressing their career.

You'll ideally have:

• At least 18 months' experience within external audit


• Experience leading audit assignments from fieldwork through to completion


• AAT qualification or be studying towards ACA or ACCA


• Good working knowledge of UK GAAP


• Strong communication and relationship-building skills


• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail


• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word


• A proactive and professional approach to client service

Experience with audit software packages and established audit methodologies would be beneficial but is not essential.

What's on Offer?

• Salary between £38,000 and £48,000 depending on experience


• Hybrid and flexible working arrangements


• Full ACA/ACCA study support where applicable


• Private medical cover


• Enhanced pension contributions


• Enhanced family-friendly policies


• Structured learning and development programmes


• Career coaching and mentoring


• Wellbeing initiatives and employee support programmes


• Volunteering opportunities


• Clear progression pathways within a growing firm

The successful Audit Senior will join a supportive team environment where professional development is taken seriously and long-term career progression is actively encouraged.

If you're looking for a role that offers variety, responsibility and the opportunity to work with a broad range of clients while continuing your professional development, we'd be delighted to discuss the opportunity in confidence.

Apply today or contact us for a confidential conversation.

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