External Audit Senior/Manager
Job in
Preston, Lancashire, SN15, England, UK
Listed on 2026-02-07
Listing for:
The Skills Coalition
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-02-07
Job specializations:
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Accounting
Auditor Accountant, Financial Reporting, Senior Accountant, Accounting & Finance -
Finance & Banking
Auditor Accountant, Financial Reporting, Accounting & Finance
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Job Information
Full time | The Skills Coalition | United Kingdom
Posted On 05/02/2026
Job Description- External Audit Senior / Assistant Manager / Manager
Location: Preston
UK Accountancy Practice
We’re working with established and growing accountancy practices across Preston who are adding headcount in their external audit teams due to continued client demand.
This opportunity is suited to audit-trained accountants currently working in UK practice who want strong audit exposure, varied clients, and clear progression within a professional firm.
The Role- Plan, run, and finalise external audit assignments from start to completion
- Lead onsite audit teams and supervise junior staff during fieldwork
- Assess controls, test audit areas, clear review points, and deliver high-quality files
- Act as the day-to-day contact for clients during audits
- Work closely with Managers, Senior Managers, and Partners on audit delivery
- Undertake some accounts or compliance work where required, however external audit remains the core focus
- Typical audit split ranges from 70–100% external audit
, depending on role and firm.
- Current UK accountancy practice experience is essential
- Strong external audit background (internal audit is not relevant)
- ACA or ACCA qualified, finalist, or part-qualified with solid audit experience
- Experience working with SME to mid-market clients
- Comfortable leading audits and supervising junior team members
- Good working knowledge of UK GAAP and exposure to IFRS is beneficial
- Audit Senior
- Audit Manager
- (Salary and responsibility aligned to experience and qualification.)
Full right to work in the UK is required
Sponsorship is not available
ApplyApply with your CV or message for a confidential discussion.
Requirements What We’re Looking For- Current UK accountancy practice experience is essential
- Strong external audit background (internal audit is not relevant)
- ACA or ACCA qualified, finalist, or part-qualified with solid audit experience
- Experience working with SME to mid-market clients
- Comfortable leading audits and supervising junior team members
- Good working knowledge of UK GAAP and exposure to IFRS is beneficial
Position Requirements
10+ Years
work experience
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