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The Senior Auditor is responsible for leading audit engagements, supervising junior team members, and ensuring the effective delivery of high-quality audit and assurance services to a diverse client portfolio. The role involves planning, executing, and completing audits in compliance with professional standards, while maintaining strong client relationships and contributing to the firm’s growth.

Key Responsibilities:

Audit Delivery:

* Lead and manage audit assignments from planning through to completion, ensuring audits are completed on time and within budget

* Review financial statements and ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards (IFRS, UK GAAP, FRS 102, etc.)

* Identify audit risks, perform risk assessments, and design audit procedures accordingly

* Prepare and review audit working papers and ensure audit evidence supports audit conclusions

* Liaise with clients to obtain necessary information and provide audit findings in a clear and professional manner

Team Leadership & Supervision:

* Supervise, mentor, and review the work of junior auditors and trainees

* Provide on-the-job coaching and contribute to staff development and performance feedback

* Ensure effective delegation and workload management within the team

Client Relationship Management:

* Act as the primary point of contact for clients during audit engagements

* Build and maintain strong client relationships through professional communication and service excellence

* Identify opportunities for value-added services and business development

Quality & Compliance:

* Ensure all audit work complies with the firm’s quality standards, ethical requirements, and relevant legislation

* Stay current with developments in accounting, auditing standards, and regulatory frameworks

* Support the firm’s commitment to continuous improvement and risk management processes

Qualifications and Experience

Essential:

* ACA / ACCA (or equivalent) qualified

* Minimum of 5 years’ experience in external audit within a professional practice environment

* Strong technical knowledge of UK GAAP and/or IFRS, auditing standards (ISA), and Companies Act requirements

* Experience managing audit assignments and supervising junior staff

* Excellent communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills

Desirable:

* Experience with audit software (e.g. CaseWare, CCH, Mercia)

* Exposure to a range of client sectors (e.g. manufacturing, not-for-profit, financial services)

* Working knowledge of corporation tax and other financial reporting requirements

Key Competencies

* Strong attention to detail and professional scepticism

* Leadership and team development skills

* Effective time management and ability to meet deadlines

* Strong interpersonal and client relationship management abilities

* Commercial awareness and business acumen

* Commitment to continuous professional development

If you are interested in this role, please contact Taylor Butterfield at Proactive Personnel, Telford