Audit Senior

HR GO Driving; Barnstaple; Hybrid; GBP 36,000 - GBP 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing accountancy practice in Barnstaple seeks an experienced Audit Senior to manage audits and mentor junior staff. You will prepare financial statements and build trusted client relationships while identifying business growth opportunities and participating in community engagements. The role offers a salary between £36K to £45K, flexible working options, and various other benefits. This is a great chance to step up and make a significant impact in your career.

Benefits

Pension scheme

Health and wellbeing support

Flexible working options

Cycle-to-work scheme

Private medical options

Qualifications

• Part-qualified or fully qualified ACA or ACCA.
• Solid experience in audit within a practice environment.
• Knowledge in UK Financial Reporting Standards and International Auditing Standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage audits from planning to completion.
• Prepare financial statements for various clients.
• Support and mentor junior team members.
• Identify opportunities for business growth.

Skills

Leadership in audits

Client relationship management

Strong communication

Organizational skills

Adaptability

Education

ACA or ACCA qualification

Tools

Caseware

Job description

Are you an ambitious audit professional ready to take the next step in your career? Join a growing accountancy practice as an Audit Senior and take ownership of a diverse client portfolio while contributing to a collaborative, forward-thinking team.

What you'll do:

• Lead and manage audits from planning through to completion for a range of clients.
• Prepare financial statements for both audit and non-audit clients.
• Build trusted relationships with clients and provide practical, commercial advice.
• Support, coach, and mentor junior team members to help them develop.
• Conduct technical research and ensure audits are compliant with relevant standards.
• Identify opportunities for business growth and contribute to departmental initiatives.
• Represent the firm at networking and community events, strengthening client and professional relationships.

Who you are:

• ACA or ACCA part-qualified or fully qualified.
• Solid experience in audit within a practice environment, leading engagements confidently.
• Strong communicator, able to explain complex technical matters clearly to clients.
• Organised and able to manage multiple priorities across different client assignments.
• Positive, professional, and adaptable approach.
• Knowledgeable in UK Financial Reporting Standards and International Auditing Standards; Caseware experience is a bonus.

What we offer:

• 36K - 45K dependant on experience with annual reviews.
• Flexible and hybrid working options.
• 20 days plus bank holidays (increasing with service).
• Pension scheme (with increased contributions after 4 years)
• Health and wellbeing support, plus a range of flexible benefits.
• A supportive, inclusive culture with real opportunities to step up and progress.
• Perks including cycle-to-work, private medical options, staff referral and commission schemes

If you're ready to take ownership of your career and make a real impact in audit, we want to hear from you.