Audit Senior

We're working with a well-established and growing accountancy practice in Chester who are looking to appoint an Audit Senior to strengthen their audit team. This is a hands-on role offering responsibility, variety and clear progression. You'll lead audits from planning through to completion, act as a key point of contact for clients, and support the development of junior team members, while working closely with managers and partners. Key responsibilities

• Leading audit assignments from planning through to completion
• Preparing and reviewing audit files and financial statements
• Acting as the main point of contact for clients during audit engagements
• Supervising, coaching and reviewing the work of junior staff
• Identifying and communicating audit issues clearly and professionally
• Ensuring work is delivered on time and in line with firm standards
• Building strong working relationships with clients and internal teams
  
  Previous experience in an audit role within an accountancy practice
• Part-qualified or qualified ACA / ACCA (or equivalent)
• Experience leading audits and supervising junior staff
• Strong technical knowledge and attention to detail
• Confident communicator with a client-focused approach
• Well organised and comfortable managing multiple deadlines
  
  Competitive salary in line with the local market
• Full-time, permanent position
• Hybrid and flexible working options
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Pension scheme
• Continued study support (if part-qualified)
• Supportive team environment with clear progression to Manager
• Friendly, approachable culture with a strong focus on development