Audit Senior
Newcastle Upon Tyne 
£40,000 per year
Monday-Friday, Full-Time with Hybrid Working 
Start date: ASAP

We are seeking a highly skilled and qualified accountant to join our client’s growing Audit & Assurance team. This role offers an exciting opportunity for an individual with a strong audit background to manage complex audits, develop junior staff, and build long-term relationships with clients.

Main Responsibilities:

• Develop a comprehensive audit planning memorandum and discuss with senior management.
• Conduct audits in compliance with the firm’s established procedures, collaborating with senior team members as required.
• Oversee the progress of audit assignments, ensuring deadlines and budgets are adhered to, addressing any issues that may arise.
• Supervise and review the work of junior staff, both on-site and in the office, and complete sections as needed.
• Sign off on audit sections, address any outstanding issues, and ensure all files are completed before passing them to senior management for review.
• Prepare financial statements for key clients, ensuring compliance with internal procedures and budget expectations.

Essential Qualifications and Experience:

• Fully ACA or ACCA qualified with significant practice experience.
• Proven track record of leading audits from planning to completion, working with commercial clients.
• Strong skills in accounts preparation and managing audit processes.
• Experience with audit software such as CaseWare, alongside proficiency in MS Excel and Word.
• Experience supervising junior staff and helping them develop professionally.
• In-depth technical knowledge, particularly of FRS 102.
• Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to interact effectively with clients and team members.
• Organised and able to manage multiple tasks and deadlines effectively.
• Client-focused, with a commercial mindset and strong problem-solving abilities.
• A collaborative team player who thrives under pressure and is committed to delivering excellent results.

Benefits Package:

• Opportunities for career progression and development
• The Peoples Pension
• Life insurance
• 5 weeks’ holiday, plus bank holidays
• Ongoing professional training and development
• Hybrid working options to support work-life balance
• Enhanced maternity pay
• Employee assistance programme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Tech scheme
• Option to purchase additional holiday