Audit Senior

Audit Senior
Salary: £38,000 – £48,000 + Excellent Progression
Location:
Bolton Area (Hybrid Working)

Looking for a role where you can take real ownership of audits while fast‑tracking your progression to Assistant Manager?

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Audit Senior to join a highly respected independent accountancy and advisory firm in the North West. Our client offers a dynamic, people‑first culture, exposure to a diverse client portfolio, and clear career progression within a growing and forward‑thinking business.

As an Audit Senior, you will take the lead on audit assignments from planning through to completion, acting as a key point of contact for clients and supporting the development of junior team members.

You will gain exposure to a broad range of sectors while building the leadership and commercial skills required to progress to Assistant Manager and beyond.

• Lead audit assignments on‑site and remotely, from planning to completion
• Manage audit fieldwork
  , ensuring deadlines and quality standards are met
• Maintain compliance with UK auditing and accounting standards (FRS 102, IFRS)
• Supervise and mentor junior staff
  , reviewing work and providing constructive feedback
• Prepare audit findings reports
  , identifying key risks and recommendations
• Act as a primary point of contact for clients
  , building strong working relationships
• Manage resources effectively,
  delegating tasks and monitoring progress
• Work collaboratively across service lines to deliver a holistic client service
• Support continuous improvement and contribute to team development initiatives

To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate:

• ACA/ACCA qualified (or equivalent)
• 3–6 years’ UK practice experience in audit and accounts
  , including post‑qualified experience (PQE)
• Strong technical knowledge of UK GAAP (FRS 102) and IFRS
• Experience in leading audits and managing client relationships
• Proven ability to supervise and develop junior team members
• Strong understanding of risk assessment and audit methodology
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• Experience with CCH, Inflo or similar audit software (advantageous but not essential)

Our client provides a comprehensive and competitive benefits package, including:

• £38,000 – £48,000 salary (dependent on experience)
• Performance‑related bonus scheme
• Hybrid working model (flexible office/home split)
• 25+ days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Enhanced pension scheme
• Private medical insurance
• Life assurance cover
• Clear progression pathway to Assistant Manager and Manager level
• Ongoing technical training and professional development
• Wellbeing support programmes
• Modern, inclusive and collaborative working environment

• Offices available across the Bolton area and wider North West
• Hybrid working pattern (typically 2–3 days in the office)
• Flexible working options supported where possible

Our client is a leading independent firm of Chartered Accountants and Business Advisors, recognised for delivering tailored financial solutions and growth strategies. With a strong regional presence and a commitment to developing its people, they offer a supportive environment where careers can thrive.