Senior Auditor - 80% Audit & 20% Accounts (MK)

Mercerhole; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 60,000 - GBP 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A top 50 Accountancy firm in Milton Keynes is seeking an Audit Senior/Assistant Manager to join their award-nominated team. This role involves planning and executing audits for clients, supervising junior staff, and preparing draft tax computations and statutory accounts. The ideal candidate will have at least 2.5 years of relevant experience, ideally possess an ACA or ACCA qualification, and demonstrate strong technical and communication skills. The firm promotes a supportive and inclusive culture.

Benefits

Great work-life balance

Development opportunities

Supportive work culture

Qualifications

• Min 2.5 years’ experience in a similar practice.
• Strong knowledge of audit and accounting.
• Ability to prepare audit files to high standards.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute audits for clients with turnovers up to £250 million.
• Supervise and assist junior staff.
• Prepare draft tax computations and statutory accounts.
• Draft management recommendations after audit completion.

Skills

Planning and supervising audits

Technical accounting knowledge

Communication skills

Experience with accounting software

Education

ACA or ACCA qualified

Advanced Level or equivalent

Tools

Proaudit

CCH Accounts Production

Sage

QuickBooks

Xero

Alphatax

Microsoft Office

Job description

A top 50 Accountancy firm in Milton Keynes is seeking an Audit Senior/Assistant Manager to join their award-nominated team. This role involves planning and executing audits for clients, supervising junior staff, and preparing draft tax computations and statutory accounts. The ideal candidate will have at least 2.5 years of relevant experience, ideally possess an ACA or ACCA qualification, and demonstrate strong technical and communication skills. The firm promotes a supportive and inclusive culture.