Audit Semi-Senior or Senior

Job DescriptionAudit Senior or Semi-SeniorOxfordPermanent, Full-timeAbout the FirmA growing Top 40 accountancy practice providing expert solutions for entrepreneurial businesses and private individuals across Central and Southern England. The firm invests in high-quality specialists and best-in-class technology to deliver exceptional value to clients.Culture & ValuesThe firm's culture is built on values of expertise, respect, innovation, and collaboration. Teams are diverse in experience, background, and ideas, with a strong focus on professional development and rapid progression opportunities. The environment is friendly and supportive, offering training to enhance technical knowledge, commercial awareness, and management skills. The firm prioritises employee experience and fosters an inclusive culture that respects and celebrates individual differences.Role OverviewDue to continued growth, there is an opportunity for an Audit Senior to join the Audit team based in Oxford. This is a permanent role, available on a full-time or part-time basis, with hybrid and flexible working options.RequirementsACCA/ACA qualified or nearly qualifiedMinimum 3 years' UK audit practice experience (accounts experience also required)Degree preferred (2:1 or above) or minimum 3 A-Levels (A, B, B or above)Experience with Xero, Sage, Caseware, and CCH advantageousFluent in English with strong written and verbal communication skillsExceptional attention to detailStrong IT skills, particularly Excel, and ability to learn new systems quicklyPositive, confident, and proactive attitudeAbility to create a strong impression with clients and colleaguesSkilled at prioritizing and meeting deadlines with high-quality outputTeam-oriented and self-motivatedKey ResponsibilitiesLead a variety of audit assignments across multiple sectors, liaising with managers and partners as requiredPrepare audit files, undertake audit planning, and lead/assist with fieldworkAllocate work and supervise junior team members, providing support, training, and reviewing their workEnsure audits are completed to a high standard, on time, and within agreed budgetsReview jobs completed by less senior staffUse accounting software to produce accurate reports for managers, directors, and clientsPrepare statutory accounts and finalize accounts under supervisionPrepare corporation tax computationsMaintain up-to-date technical knowledge of industry and economic issuesContribute to pricing and assist with new client quotesBuild productive working relationships internally and with clientsDevelop technical knowledge through on-the-job trainingBenefits & PerksHybrid working (typically three days in the office, two days remote)Flexible hours around core working times (10am-4pm)Exposure to a wide range of clients across diverse industriesOpportunities for technical and leadership development, including entry onto a bespoke Management Development ProgrammeRecognition awards and regular employee eventsCompetitive benefits package, including: 25 days holiday plus options for holiday trading and flexible bank holidaysAdditional wellbeing dayEmployee Assistance Programme with 24/7 GP access and mental health supportAccess to wellbeing platform for confidential sessions with therapists and coachesRetail discounts, health cash plan, EV salary sacrifice schemePension salary sacrifice scheme, life assurance, enhanced family leave policiesCycle to Work scheme, bus pass discounts, and referral bonusesHays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays