Audit and Accounts Semi Senior

Accounts & Audit Semi Senior Salary: £26,000 – £32,000 + Full Study Support

Location:

Blackburn (Hybrid Working)

Are you an aspiring audit professional looking to build a long-term career within a forward-thinking and supportive accountancy firm? This is an excellent opportunity to join our client’s expanding audit and advisory team, where you’ll gain hands‑on experience across a varied client portfolio while being fully supported through your professional qualifications.

With structured development, real client exposure from day one, and a clear route to Senior level, this role is ideal for someone ready to take the next step in their practice career.

Following continued growth, our client is seeking an ambitious Accounts & Audit Semi Senior to join their Blackburn office.

This role offers a balanced workload of approximately 75% audit and 25% accounts and advisory work, providing excellent exposure across multiple disciplines.

• Assist in the delivery of statutory audits from planning through to completion
• Support on independent examinations (charities) and Solicitors’ Accounts Rules assignments
• Ensure compliance with UK auditing standards (ISA UK)

• Prepare year-end financial statements in line with UK GAAP (FRS 102/FRS 105)
• Assist with management accounts and ad hoc reporting

• Build strong relationships with clients and stakeholders from day one
• Work directly with business owners and finance teams
• Collaborate with tax and advisory colleagues

• Work closely with senior team members to build your experience
• Support and mentor more junior colleagues where appropriate
• Progress towards independent working on smaller audits

The ideal candidate will have:

• AAT qualified or ACA/ACCA part‑qualified (or actively studying)
• 1–3 years’ UK accountancy practice experience, ideally within audit or a mixed role
• Exposure to audit assignments and accounts preparation
• Basic understanding of UK GAAP and auditing standards
• Strong IT skills including Excel and accountancy software
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• A motivated, organised and career‑driven mindset

• Office-based in Blackburn with modern facilities
• Regular travel to client sites across Lancashire and Greater Manchester
• Hybrid working with flexibility built around client and team needs
• Flexitime approach supporting work‑life balance

Our client is committed to your long‑term success, offering:

• Full ACA/ACCA study support, including study leave
• Structured technical and professional training programmes
• Quarterly performance and development reviews
• Dedicated buddy and mentoring scheme
• Early client exposure to build confidence and commercial awareness
• Clear progression pathway to Accounts & Audit Senior and beyond

Alongside a competitive salary, you will benefit from a comprehensive package including:

• £26,000 – £32,000 salary (dependent on experience)
• Full study support (ACA/ACCA)
• 25 days’ holiday + bank holidays
• Office closure over winter period
• Flexible Easter leave policy
• 8% employer pension contribution
• Death in service (4x salary) & income protection
• Hybrid working & weekly flexitime
• Enhanced family‑friendly policies
• Flexible benefits scheme (including additional leave and electric car scheme)
• Firm‑wide bonus scheme
• Full technical and soft skills training
• Paid sick leave
• Employee wellbeing support, including access to health, financial and legal advice
• Cycle to work scheme
• On‑site parking
• Additional lifestyle and financial benefits

Our client is a highly regarded, award‑winning accountancy practice with a strong reputation across the North West. With a focus on people, development and flexibility, they offer an environment where you can grow your skills, gain valuable experience, and build a successful career in practice.

All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.