Audit Senior

Our client is looking to add an Audit Senior to their Corporate Audit and Assurance team. Based in a modern office environment, this role offers the chance to work with a diverse portfolio of clients ranging from ambitious growing businesses to larger established corporate groups.

You will take a lead role on audit engagements, managing assignments from planning through to completion while working closely with both clients and the wider audit team. This position offers strong client exposure and the opportunity to continue progressing within a nationally recognised firm.

Job Title: Audit Senior

Job Type: Permanent

Location: Southampton

Salary: £40 000

Reference no: 16023

Audit Senior Benefits

• Hybrid working
• Private medical cover
• Pension with employer contributions
• Life assurance
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Professional subscription paid
• Employee referral bonus scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Clear career progression within a national firm

Audit Senior About The Role

Reporting into an Audit Manager, you will play a key role in delivering audit assignments for a range of corporate clients. You will take responsibility for planning and completing audits, coordinating with junior team members, and ensuring work is completed to a high standard and within deadlines.

The role involves regular interaction with clients, both remotely and on site, providing a great opportunity to build relationships while gaining exposure to a variety of sectors. You will also work closely with colleagues across the wider audit team, contributing to the delivery of high-quality audit and assurance services. This is a position suited to someone who enjoys taking ownership of their work, leading engagements, and continuing to build their experience within a supportive and collaborative firm. Key responsibilities:

• Managing audit assignments from planning through to completion
• Supervising and supporting junior members of the audit team
• Reviewing audit work and ensuring compliance with auditing standards
• Preparing and reviewing statutory accounts
• Identifying key audit risks and ensuring appropriate procedures are carried out
• Liaising with clients and responding to queries throughout the audit process

The successful Audit Senior will have:

• ACA or ACCA qualified, or close to qualification
• Recent external audit experience within a UK accountancy practice
• Experience working on corporate audit assignments
• Strong understanding of auditing standards
• Confidence supervising junior staff and working directly with clients
• Strong organisational and communication skills

Howett Thorpe are acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this role and comply with all relevant UK legislation and do not discriminate on any protected characteristics. Due to the high volume of applications we currently receive, we are unable to respond to all candidates. If you do not hear from a Consultant within 5 working days, please assume that you have not been successful.

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