Audit Senior​/Audit Supervisor

Why Join Gilberts?

Gilberts offers the responsibility and exposure of a growing firm, without the anonymity of a large hierarchy.

With around 35 staff and four partners, you will work closely with senior leadership and have real visibility over your work. We take audit quality and technical standards seriously, and we expect our Seniors & Supervisors to do the same. At the same time, we believe high standards are best achieved through good planning, strong systems and intelligent use of technology — not long-hours culture.

Our environment is collaborative and straightforward. Partners are accessible, teamwork is valued and people are trusted to take ownership. We are committed to maintaining a professional setting where strong performance and sustainable working practices go hand in hand.

If you are looking to develop your technical capability within a supportive, modern and forward‑thinking firm, we would welcome your application.

• Competitive salary (commensurate with experience)
• Structured development aligned to individual career goals
• Clear progression opportunities for those who wish to pursue them
• Hybrid working (up to one day a week working from home)
• Supportive and approachable partners
• Ongoing CPD and technical development
• Exposure to a varied and interesting client base
• A collaborative, people-focused culture
• A modern, tech-driven audit environment
• Strong work-life balance

We are looking for a newly qualified or part qualified ACA or ACCA with 2+ years of audit experience to join us as an Audit Senior/Supervisor.

This is a key role within our Audit & Accounts team. Over the first 24 months in this position, you will:

• Lead audit assignments from planning through to completion
• Supervise and develop junior team members
• Take responsibility for delivering high-quality, technically robust audit files
• Act as a trusted day-to-day contact for clients
• Play an active role in maintaining and enhancing audit quality across the firm

This role is expected to operate at Senior / Supervisor level for approximately 24 months. Following this period, progression discussions will be aligned to performance and individual preference.

We recognise that not everyone’s career aspirations are the same. For those who wish to progress into management and leadership roles, there is a clear pathway and support to do so. Equally, we value individuals who wish to develop as highly capable technical audit specialists, delivering consistently high-quality work within a senior capacity.

• Lead statutory and voluntary audits across a varied SME portfolio, including owner‑managed businesses and growing groups
• Prepare and manage audit plans, risk assessments and materiality calculations
• Identify audit risks and design appropriate procedures
• Supervise on‑site and remote fieldwork
• Review working papers to ensure technical accuracy and compliance with ISAs (UK)
• Deliver complete, well‑documented files ready for Manager review
• Ensure assignments are delivered on time and within agreed budgets

• Maintain high technical standards in line with UK GAAP (FRS 102), ISAs (UK) and Companies Act requirements
• Ensure files clearly link risks, procedures and conclusions
• Exercise professional scepticism and sound judgement
• Escalate technical or judgemental matters appropriately
• Contribute to continuous audit quality improvement and internal file reviews

• Act as the main point of contact during audit fieldwork
• Communicate clearly and proactively with clients
• Identify areas where we can add value beyond compliance
• Support the development of long‑term, trusted client relationships

• Supervise, coach and mentor trainees and part‑qualified staff
• Review work and provide constructive feedback
• Support internal training sessions
• Contribute to building a collaborative, high‑performing audit team

At Gilberts, we are actively investing in AI‑enabled audit and advisory processes as part of our commitment to being a modern, forward‑thinking firm.

There is an opportunity for the successful candidate to be involved in…