Audit and Accounts Senior - Hybrid, Bedfordshire

Audit and Accounts Senior - Hybrid, Bedfordshire

£40,000 - £50,000

Do you have experience in audit and accounts with an accountancy practice?

Are you looking for a new audit and accounts opportunity with a successful and growing practice?

If so, I want to hear from you! We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Audit and Accounts Senior to join our client's growing accounting team in Bedfordshire on a hybrid basis.

This pivotal role is essential to maintaining the accuracy, compliance, and integrity of financial reporting across a diverse client portfolio.

As an Audit and Accounts Senior, you will lead end‑to‑end audit engagements, oversee junior staff, and deliver high‑quality financial statements in line with UKGAAP and IFRS standards. Your expertise will directly support client trust, regulatory compliance, and the firm’s reputation for excellence.

• Lead full‑cycle audit engagements for mid‑market and private clients, ensuring adherence to UKGAAP and IFRS.
• Supervise and mentor junior audit team members, including performance reviews and professional development support.
• Conduct comprehensive risk assessments and design tailored audit procedures to address key financial risks.
• Evaluate internal controls, test processes, and document findings with precision and clarity.
• Prepare, review, and finalise financial statements, notes to the accounts, and audit documentation.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, managing information requests and resolving issues efficiently.
• Identify and communicate material financial risks, accounting challenges, and actionable recommendations.
• Stay current with evolving accounting standards, tax legislation, and audit regulations.
• Support business development efforts, including client onboarding, proposal drafting, and pitch presentations.
• Collaborate with audit partners on engagement planning, resource allocation, and quality control.

• ACCA or ACA study underway with audit and accounts experience.
• Must drive and have access to their own vehicle.
• Able to work full‑time.
• Proven track record in managing audit engagements from planning to completion.
• Experience in applying UKGAAP and IFRS to complex accounting scenarios with strong technical understanding.
• Exceptional analytical, problem‑solving and communication skills.

• Competitive salary based on experience up to £50,000.
• Flexible working and work‑life balance.
• Friendly and supportive team environment.
• Ongoing training and professional development.
• Study support for ACCA, ACA or AAT.
• Clear progression opportunities within the firm.
• Exposure to a varied client portfolio.
• Modern office and systems.
• Regular team socials and events.
• Pension scheme.
• Paid holiday plus bank holidays.
• On‑site parking or easy local access.