Audit & Accounts Senior

2 days ago

Chester, Cheshire, United Kingdom Public Practice Recruitment Ltd - Experts in Public Practice Accountancy Recruitment UK-Wide Full time

Audit & Accounts Senior

Are you an experienced auditor and accountant looking for a varied role in a supportive and ambitious firm?

This is an excellent opportunity for an Audit & Accounts Senior to join a highly regarded firm in Chester, combining audit responsibilities with accounts preparation and tax compliance.

The Firm

This well-established practice provides audit, accounts, tax, and advisory services to a diverse client base, including SMEs, charities, and larger corporate groups. With a strong reputation across the North West, the firm offers a collaborative working environment and clear opportunities for career progression.

The Role

As Audit & Accounts Senior, you'll take ownership of assignments from planning to completion, supervise junior colleagues, and work directly with clients across a variety of sectors.

Your responsibilities will include:

  • Leading statutory audit assignments, including planning, fieldwork, and completion.
  • Preparing statutory accounts for limited companies, partnerships, and sole traders.
  • Drafting corporation tax computations to support accounts preparation.
  • Reviewing work completed by junior team members, providing feedback and mentoring.
  • Acting as a point of contact for clients, resolving queries and providing advice.
  • Liaising with managers and partners to support client service delivery.
  • Ensuring assignments are completed on time and in line with relevant standards.

About You

The successful candidate will:

  • Be ACA/ACCA qualified (or finalist) with experience in practice.
  • Have strong technical knowledge of both audit and accounts preparation.
  • Be confident in leading audits and reviewing the work of junior colleagues.
  • Possess excellent organisational and time management skills.
  • Have strong communication skills and the ability to build lasting client relationships.
  • Be proactive, motivated, and committed to continuous professional development.

What's on Offer

  • £42,000 – £52,000 pa DOE
  • Regular salary reviews.
  • Full-time, permanent role.
  • Flexible working arrangements with hybrid options available.
  • Company pension and generous annual leave entitlement.
  • Ongoing professional development, including study support if required.
  • Friendly and supportive team environment with clear career progression opportunities.
  • Regular social events, wellbeing initiatives, and a supportive team culture.
  • Inclusive company values and a positive, modern working environment.
  • Plus more

This is a fantastic opportunity for an Audit & Accounts Senior to play an important role in a progressive practice. If you're looking for variety, responsibility, and the chance to develop your career in a supportive and ambitious firm, this role could be the perfect next step.

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Public Practice Recruitment Ltd recruits high-calibre accounting professionals at all levels for tax, accounts, and auditor jobs on both a permanent and temporary basis for accountancy firms.

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