Accounts and Audit Senior

Streets is a modern, forward-thinking accountancy practice with over 33 offices across the UK and growing. We combine the expertise of a national firm with the collaborative, people‑first culture of a close‑knit practice. Our team supports an impressive variety of clients, from entrepreneurial start‑ups to established companies, charities, and family businesses.

As an Accounts & Audit Senior, you’ll be a key member of our Peterborough team, helping deliver a seamless, high-quality service for our varied clientele. You’ll work closely with managers, partners, and clients, taking ownership of your work while supporting the development of junior colleagues.

• 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

• Ability to work as part of a team, yet also work using own initiative when required.
• Strong IT skills and familiarity with accounts and/or audit software.
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal
• Strong analytical abilities and attention to detail
• Ability to manage your own workload and work effectively as part of a team
• Willingness to travel to clients and other offices as required
• Highly organised, proactive, and committed to delivering quality work

• ACA/ACCA/ACA CTA qualified or prepared to work towards
• General Practice experience

• Genuine care in building lasting bonds with clients and colleagues, treating every interaction with respect and integrity.
• Inquisitive mindset, always seeking smarter, more efficient ways to work — demonstrating the value of always moving forward.
• Pride in taking ownership of work, no matter how small the task, and commitment to delivering to the highest standards.
• Collaborative spirit, thriving in a supportive team environment and eager to share knowledge to achieve shared goals.
• Strong drive for growth and development, with enthusiasm to learn and progress through ACA/ACCA/ACA CTA qualifications.
• Proactive and adaptable approach, able to manage multiple priorities while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.
• Clear and confident communicator, able to explain financial information effectively and build trust with clients and colleagues.
• Positive and resilient attitude, viewing challenges as opportunities to learn and improve.

• The opportunity to be part of a collaborative and progressive team.
• 25 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Workplace pension
• Employee benefits scheme offering discounts from hundreds of retailers.
• Life assurance.
• Access to an Employee Assistance Programme (EAP).
• Full support towards your professional qualifications, including tuition, study materials and exam fees
• Paid study leave and exam support

This is an office‑based role, full time 38.75 hours per week.