Audit and Accounts Senior

Audit and Accounts Senior (AM46709) Peterborough, England

Salary: GBP
35,000 - GBP
50,000 per annum

Job Title: Audit and Accounts Senior (50/50)

Location: Peterborough

Package: Salary depending on experience, circa £45k (higher for more experience), plus additional benefits (see below)

Working Hours: Full time, Monday-Friday, 8:30am-5:15pm

A new opportunity has arisen within a highly reputable top 100 practice, which is experiencing continued growth. This practice has over 30 offices across the UK but still prides itself on a people‑first culture.

In this position, you will be a key member of the team, playing a crucial role in delivering a seamless and high‑quality service to an interesting portfolio of clients. If you are looking for a role that is client‑facing, technically challenging, and offers a wide range of progression routes, then this is the right choice for you.

Audit and Accounts Senior Job Responsibilities

• Prepare financial statements for sole traders, partnerships, charities and limited companies
• Prepare independent examinations for charity clients to be signed off by Partner
• Assist manager with client audit function
• Assist in the preparation of cash flows
• Liaise with clients to resolve any queries
• Complete all assignments within the allocated budget and on time
• Produce draft computations for clients
• Produce year‑end accounts for sole traders, partnerships and limited companies in accordance with the relevant accounting standards
• Review work undertaken by junior staff
• Provide assistance in the development of junior staff
• Prepare schedules for Tax returns
• Complete VAT returns

Audit and Accounts Senior Job Requirements

• ACA/ACCA qualified or studying towards qualifications. Part‑qualified candidates may also be considered
• Minimum of 3 years experience as an accountant in an audit and accounts practice
• Strong IT skills and familiarity with different accounting software
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organisational skills
• Willingness to travel to clients and other offices as required

Salary & Benefits

• Salary dependant on experience, ranging from £35,000‑45,000 (higher depending on experience)
• Life insurance
• Study support
• Private Health Cover
• Standard pension scheme and sick pay

We are committed to equal opportunity in all aspects of the recruitment process. Applications from all suitably qualified candidates are welcomed.