Accounts and Audit Senior
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Job Location:
Manchester - UK
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Job Description
Accounts and Audit Senior -Top 40 Practice with Clear Progression to Manager
Salary: 33000 - 42000 DOE
Location: Manchester City Centre
Your Next Career Move Starts Here
Are you an ambitious accounts and audit professional seeking a role that offers genuine career progression technical development and the chance to work with a diverse high-quality client portfolio
Our client a prestigious Top 40 accountancy practice and part of a national group serving over 100000 clients is expanding their Manchester team and looking for a talented Accounts and Audit Senior to join them.
This isnt just another practice roleits an opportunity to work in a modern collaborative environment where your expertise is valued your development is prioritised and your pathway to Manager level is clearly defined. With hybrid working comprehensive study support and exposure to clients across multiple sectors this role offers the perfect balance of challenge flexibility and career growth.
About Our Client
Our client is a leading Top 40 accountancy practice with a strong national presence and a reputation for excellence in audit accounts tax and business advisory services. Their Manchester office is based in the heart of the city centre with excellent transport links offering a modern professional working environment and a collaborative team culture that genuinely supports career development.
Why This Practice Stands Out:
- Part of a prestigious national group with100000 clients
- Diverse client portfolio spanningmultiple sectors and industries
- Award-winningcommitment to professional development and training
- Hybrid working arrangementsfor excellent work-life balance
- Clear progression pathwayswith structured career development plans
- Access tonational resources expertise and networking opportunities
- Supportive forward-thinking culturethat values innovation and collaboration
The Role: What Youll Be Doing
As an Accounts and Audit Senior youll take ownership of a varied portfolio of audit and accounts assignments working with clients ranging from ambitious SMEs to established corporations. Youll play a key role in delivering high-quality technical work whilst developing your leadership skills through supervising and mentoring junior team members.
Your Key Responsibilities:
- Managing end-to-end audit and accounts assignmentsfor a diverse client portfolio including limited companies partnerships and sole traders
- Planning and executing audit fieldworkin full compliance with ISAs (UK) and internal quality standards
- Preparing statutory accountsto a high technical standard ensuring accuracy and compliance
- Supervising and mentoring junior team members providing guidance feedback and technical support
- Building and maintaining strong client relationships acting as a trusted advisor and key point of contact
- Identifying value-add opportunitiesand supporting business development initiatives
- Collaborating with specialist teamsacross tax advisory and corporate finance to deliver integrated client solutions
- Managing multiple assignments simultaneously ensuring deadlines are met and quality standards maintained
- Contributing to practice developmentthrough involvement in training recruitment and process improvement initiatives
What Were Looking For:
Essential Requirements
Qualifications & Experience:
- ACA ACCA or equivalent professional qualification(part-qualified with final level completion expected within 12 months or newly qualified/recently qualified considered)
- Minimum 2-3 years post-qualification or senior-level experiencewithin a UK accountancy practice environment
- Proven experience in audit and accounts preparationacross a range of client types and industries
- Strong technical knowledgeof UK GAAP FRS 102 and ISAs (UK)
Technical Skills:
- Proficiency with accounting software(CCH Caseware or similar audit and accounts production tools)
- Advanced Microsoft Office skills particularly Excel for financial analysis and reporting
- Strong understanding of statutory complianceand regulatory requirements
- Experience with audit planning risk assessment and fieldwork execution
Personal Attributes:
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skillswith the ability to build rapport with clients and colleagues at all levels
- Strong organisational and time management abilitieswith proven capability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
- Leadership potentialwith experience or willingness to supervise and develop junior team members
- Client-focused approachwith commercial awareness and business acumen
- Proactive self-motivated attitudewith a genuine desire to progress and develop professionally
- Team playerwho thrives in a collaborative environment
Whats On Offer:
Comprehensive Benefits Package
Salary & Remuneration:
- Competitive salary: 33000 - 42000(dependent on experience and qualification status)
- Annual salary reviewswith performance-based progression
- Discretionary bonus schemelinked to individual and practice performance
Work-Life Balance:
- Hybrid working arrangements(typically 2-3 days in office flexibility available)
- 25 days annual leaveplus bank holidays (increasing with service)
- Additional holiday purchase schemeavailable
- Flexible working hoursto support work-life balance
- Early finish Fridaysduring summer months
Professional Development:
- Comprehensive study supportincluding full exam fees study materials and paid study leave for part-qualified candidates
- Structured CPD programmewith access to technical training and industry updates
- Clear progression pathway to Manager levelwith defined competency framework
- Mentoring and coachingfrom experienced senior managers and partners
- Access to national training academyand specialist technical resources
- Support for further qualifications(e.g. CTA specialist diplomas)
Additional Benefits:
- Modern city centre office (excellent transport links including Metrolink rail and bus)
- Pension schemewith employer contributions
- Health and wellbeing supportincluding employee assistance programme
- Social events and team activitiesthroughout the year
- Cycle to work schemeand season ticket loan
- Professional subscriptionspaid
- Access to national resourcesincluding technical helplines specialist teams and knowledge-sharing platforms
Location & Working Arrangements
Our clients Manchester office is situated in the heart of the city centre offering:
- Excellent transport links: 5-minute walk from Manchester Piccadilly direct Metrolink access and multiple bus routes
- Modern professional workspacewith collaborative working areas and meeting facilities
- Hybrid working flexibility: Typically 2-3 days per week in the office with flexibility to accommodate personal circumstances
- City centre amenities: Surrounded by cafés restaurants shops and cultural venues
Career Progression: Your Future With This Practice
This role offers a clearly defined progression pathway to Manager level typically achievable within 18-24 months for high-performing individuals. Our client is committed to developing talent from within and has a proven track record of promoting Seniors to management positions.
Your Career Journey:
- Year 1: Consolidate technical skills build client relationships and develop supervisory capabilities
- Year 2: Take on increased portfolio responsibility lead larger audits and demonstrate management potential
- Manager Level: Assume full portfolio management business development responsibilities and team leadership
Beyond Manager level opportunities exist to progress to Senior Manager Associate Director and Partner positions within the wider group.
How to Apply: Take the Next Step
If youre an ambitious accounts and audit professional ready to take the next step in your career with a Top 40 practice that genuinely invests in your development wed love to hear from you.
For a confidential discussion about this opportunity and to learn more about how this role could accelerate your career please contact:
Jake Harris
Recruitment Consultant Accountancy Practice
Hawthorne-Finch Talent Solutions
Recruitment Consultant Accountancy Practice
Hawthorne-Finch Talent Solutions
Please include your CV and a brief cover note outlining your relevant experience and salary expectations.
Hawthorne-Finch Talent Solutions is committed to providing a transparent ethical recruitment service. All candidate information is treated in the strictest confidence and we will always seek your explicit consent before submitting your details to any client. We specialise in recruitment for accountancy and legal practices across the UK offering a personalised professional service built on integrity and genuine partnerships.
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