The Step Up That Actually Feels Like One If you're at the stage where you're confidently completing audits and want more involvement, more ownership, and a clearer route forward, this is the kind of move that makes a real difference.This role offers the chance to become a key part of an established audit team in Wolverhampton, working closely with experienced Managers and Partners while taking the lead on your own assignments and helping develop junior staff coming through.It's ideal for someone who enjoys audit, wants to keep progressing, and is ready to take on more responsibility in a supportive environment.What Your Role Will Look Like Day-to-Day You'll be trusted to play a central role in audit assignments, not just assist in the background.Your work will include:
Leading audit fieldwork assignments from planning stage through to completion
Preparing audit files, identifying key risk areas, and seeing assignments through to final review stage
Working directly with clients, building relationships and handling queries confidently
Preparing statutory accounts in line with FRS 102 and UK GAAP
Supporting and guiding junior team members on audits
Reporting findings and audit outcomes to Managers and Partners
Managing multiple assignments and ensuring deadlines are met
You'll have real ownership and visibility in your work.The Clients You'll Gain Exposure To The client base is broad, giving you excellent all-round experience:
Owner-managed businesses
Local and regional SMEs
Groups and multi-entity businesses
Manufacturing companies
Professional services firms
Charities and not-for-profit organisations
This variety helps develop both your technical ability and commercial understanding.The Kind of Person Who Will Do Well Here This opportunity suits someone who:
Is ACA or ACCA qualified, part qualified, or qualified by experience
Has solid audit experience within an accountancy practice
Is confident working on audit assignments with increasing responsibility
Enjoys working directly with clients
Wants to continue progressing their career
Most importantly, someone who is motivated and ready for the next stage.What You'll Get In Return
Salary between £33,000 and £44,000 depending on experience
Hybrid and flexible working
Strong support with ACA / ACCA if still studying
Clear and realistic progression to Assistant Manager
Friendly, supportive team environment
Good work-life balance compared to larger city firms
Why This Move Makes Sense This is the kind of role that helps you move from being someone who assists audits to someone who leads them.You'll gain the experience, confidence, and support needed to progress properly, without being thrown in at the deep end.If you're ready for more responsibility and a clear path forward, this is a genuinely strong next step.Culture & Values My client is committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion, fostering an environment where all individuals are valued and encouraged to reach their full potential. The firm values technical excellence, integrity, enthusiasm, and collegiality, providing a workplace where professionals can thrive while delivering outstanding client service.For further information on this role please contact David Elliot at Clark Wood - / DD: (0) Mobile: (0) This role is ideal for candidates with relevant experience in a UK accountancy practice. Unfortunately, we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this position.If this specific vacancy is not quite what you are looking for, please contact us to investigate alternatives; you can send your CV to this job or contact us directly. Successfully "Refer a Friend" or colleague to us and receive a bonus of over £500 in vouchers.
