Audit Senior

Are you an ACA or ACCA qualified audit professional looking to take full ownership of audit assignments within a fast-growing, award-winning practice? Are you seeking a clear pathway for professional progression alongside a modern, 3-day office / 2-day home hybrid working model?

As an Audit Senior, you will play a central role in delivering high-quality audit engagements across a varied client portfolio. Based in Chatham, you will work closely with Managers, Partners, and specialist teams across London, Kent, and Sussex, while supervising and mentoring Audit Semi-Seniors and Assistants. This role offers excellent exposure to complex audit areas, client-facing responsibilities, and key stakeholder management.

This Top 50 Firm is an award-winning professional services and business advisory practice with a strong regional footprint across London and the South East. Recognized for its commitment to high standards, sustainability, and community impact, the firm delivers full-scope assurance, taxation, and advisory services to high-growth corporate businesses, OMBs, and international groups. The practice provides a supportive, people-focused environment backed by structured learning and clear career pathways.

• Lead on-site audit field assignments from planning through to completion, ensuring compliance with auditing standards and agreed budgets.

• Supervise, guide, and review the work of Audit Semi-Seniors and Audit Assistants on client engagements.

• Prepare key audit completion documentation, including Going Concern assessments and Key Audit Findings Reports.

• Act as the main point of contact for clients during field work, maintaining strong client relationships throughout the year.

• Conduct stock takes and participate in audit close-down meetings with client management.

• Ensure all client compliance hygiene factors are met, including AML, KYC, and engagement letter reviews.

• Research and resolve complex or technical audit issues, escalating high-risk areas to Managers and Partners.

• Plan and execute end-to-end audit assignments for a diverse range of client sectors.

• Monitor engagement progress against strict time frames and budgets, reporting directly to Managers and Partners.

• Review audit files prepared by junior staff to ensure accuracy and compliance before manager review.

• Clear Manager and Responsible Individual (RI) review points efficiently across all audit deliverables.

• Support billing, engagement administration, and fee preparation for assigned client accounts.

• 25.5 days annual leave (plus public holidays), with option to buy/sell holiday.

• Hybrid working model (3 days in office / 2 days working from home).

• Contributory pension scheme.

• Private Medical Insurance and Critical Illness Cover.

• 1 extra paid day off per year for volunteering.

• 100% employer-supported professional development and continuous training.

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