Audit Semi-Senior

Hiring: Semi-Senior Auditor

Salary: £30,000 - £38,000

Location: Crewe, Cheshire | Flexible Working Available

Progress Your Audit Career with an Expanding Practice

Are you an experienced auditor with 4+ years' practice experience looking to take the next step in your career? Our client, a well-established chartered certified accountancy firm in Crewe with over 20 years of excellence, is seeking a Semi-Senior Auditor to join their growing audit team.

This is an excellent opportunity to work on a diverse range of audit engagements across multiple sectors, developing your technical expertise whilst working towards senior positions. With genuine career progression, full study support, and a collaborative team environment, this role offers the perfect platform to advance your audit career.

About the Role

As a Semi-Senior Auditor, you'll be responsible for planning and executing audit assignments for a varied client portfolio, working under the supervision of senior auditors and managers. You'll gain valuable experience across different industries and entity types, building your confidence and technical capabilities as you progress towards senior auditor and management positions.

This is a full-time position with flexible working arrangements available, offering excellent work-life balance in a supportive practice environment that genuinely invests in developing its people.

Key Responsibilities

Audit Planning & Execution

• Plan and execute audit assignments for sole traders, partnerships, limited companies, and charities
• Perform risk assessments and identify key audit areas requiring focus
• Develop audit programmes and testing strategies appropriate to client size and complexity
• Execute substantive testing procedures including analytical review, sampling, and detailed testing
• Document audit work clearly and comprehensively in accordance with ISAs (UK)
• Review and evaluate internal controls and assess their effectiveness
• Identify control weaknesses and make recommendations for improvements
• Ensure all audit work complies with auditing standards and firm quality control procedures

Financial Statement Review & Analysis

• Review financial statements for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with accounting standards
• Perform analytical procedures to identify unusual trends or discrepancies
• Review accounting estimates and judgements for reasonableness
• Verify completeness and accuracy of disclosures in financial statements
• Ensure compliance with FRS 102, FRS 105, and other relevant accounting frameworks
• Identify and resolve accounting and disclosure issues
• Prepare audit adjustments and reclassification entries

Client Engagement & Communication

• Build strong, professional relationships with client finance teams and management
• Liaise with clients to request information, schedules, and supporting documentation
• Conduct client meetings and walkthroughs of systems and processes
• Explain audit requirements and findings clearly to clients
• Respond to client queries professionally and in a timely manner
• Provide excellent client service that reflects the firm's values and professionalism
• Identify opportunities to add value and improve client processes

Team Leadership & Development

• Supervise and review work performed by audit assistants and trainees
• Provide guidance, coaching, and feedback to junior team members
• Delegate tasks appropriately and monitor progress
• Review working papers prepared by junior staff for accuracy and completeness
• Support the development of less experienced team members
• Contribute to a positive, collaborative team environment

Technical Compliance & Quality

• Ensure all audit work meets ISAs (UK) and firm quality control standards
• Complete audit files in accordance with firm policies and deadlines
• Prepare audit completion checklists and ensure all procedures are documented
• Assist with audit clearance and resolution of review points
• Stay current with changes in auditing standards, accounting standards, and legislation
• Participate in technical training and CPD activities
• Contribute to maintaining the firm's audit quality and reputation

Reporting & Documentation

• Prepare draft audit reports and management letters
• Document significant audit findings and conclusions
• Prepare audit summaries and key issues memoranda
• Assist managers with audit completion and sign-off procedures
• Maintain comprehensive, well-organised audit files
• Ensure working papers are clear, logical, and support audit conclusions

What We're Looking For

Essential Qualifications & Experience

• Part-qualified or fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, or equivalent) with audit specialism
• Minimum 4 years' audit experience within an accountancy practice environment
• Strong knowledge of ISAs (UK) and audit methodology
• Solid understanding of UK accounting standards (FRS 102, FRS 105, UK GAAP)
• Proven experience planning and executing audit assignments
• Experience auditing limited companies, charities, and other entity types
• Competent in reviewing financial statements and identifying accounting issues
• Experience supervising and reviewing junior staff work
• Proficiency with audit software and Microsoft Excel

Desirable Skills & Experience

• Experience with audit software platforms (CCH Audit Automation, CaseWare, or similar)
• Exposure to specialist audits (charities, academies, pension schemes, solicitors' accounts)
• Understanding of Companies Act requirements and filing obligations
• Experience with group audits and consolidations
• Knowledge of IFRS and international accounting standards
• Experience liaising with external stakeholders (banks, solicitors, HMRC)

Key Skills & Attributes

• Strong technical audit skills with excellent attention to detail
• Analytical mindset – able to identify risks, issues, and unusual transactions
• Excellent organisational skills – able to manage multiple assignments and deadlines
• Effective communication skills both written and verbal
• Leadership qualities – able to supervise, motivate, and develop junior staff
• Professional and client-focused approach with strong interpersonal skills
• Proactive and self-motivated with ability to work independently
• Team player with collaborative attitude and positive approach
• Problem-solving skills – able to resolve complex technical issues
• Commitment to quality and professional standards

Excellent Benefits Package

Our client offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits designed to support your career development and wellbeing:

• Competitive salary: £30,000 - £38,000 per annum (dependent on experience and qualifications)
• Flexible working: Hybrid/ Flexible working arrangements available
• Study support: Full funding for ACA/ACCA qualifications including study leave, exam fees, course fees, and study materials
• Career progression: Clear pathway to Senior Auditor, Audit Manager, and Partner level with structured development plans
• Professional development: Regular technical training, audit updates, CPD opportunities, and sector-specific training
• Mentorship: Support and guidance from experienced audit managers and partners
• Supportive culture: Collaborative, friendly team environment where your contribution is valued
• Social events: Regular team activities, celebrations, and charity events
• Pension scheme: Workplace pension contribution
• Annual leave: Generous holiday entitlement plus bank holidays (with additional days for long service)
• Free parking: On-site parking available

About Our Client

Our client is a chartered certified accountancy practice based in Crewe, Cheshire, with over 20 years of experience serving businesses and individuals across the UK. They provide a comprehensive range of services including accountancy, audit, taxation, payroll, bookkeeping, and business advisory to a diverse client base.

Following a period of significant growth and expansion, the firm is now recruiting across all departments to support their growing client portfolio and ambitious plans for the future. The audit department has experienced particularly strong growth, with an increasing number of audit clients across various sectors requiring high-quality, professional audit services. This is an exciting time to join a practice that is investing in its team and infrastructure.

The firm is known for its friendly, supportive culture and commitment to staff development. They believe in investing in their people, offering structured training programmes, full study support, and clear career progression opportunities. Many of their senior team members and partners started in junior positions and progressed through the ranks, demonstrating the genuine progression opportunities available.

How to Apply

If you're ready to progress your audit career with a supportive, established practice that offers genuine development opportunities and full study support, we'd love to hear from you.

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