Qualified Auditor in Kent

An excellent opportunity for an ACA or ACCA qualified Auditor to join a highly regarded and expanding accountancy and advisory firm in Canterbury. This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious audit professional looking to develop their career beyond traditional audit delivery, with greater exposure to clients, advisory work and senior leadership.

Working with a diverse portfolio of owner-managed businesses, SMEs and larger corporate clients, you will take responsibility for delivering high-quality audit assignments while building strong client relationships and supporting the development of junior team members. The position would suit an experienced Audit Senior or recently qualified Auditor looking for increased responsibility, greater client involvement and a clear pathway towards Audit Manager and Senior Manager positions.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver external audit assignments from initial planning through to completion.
• Manage on-site audit teams, coordinating fieldwork and ensuring assignments are completed efficiently and to a high standard.
• Prepare and review audit working papers, financial statements and supporting documentation.
• Ensure audit assignments comply with relevant UK accounting and auditing standards.
• Act as a key point of contact for clients, building strong professional relationships and providing practical advice.
• Identify potential financial risks, areas for improvement and opportunities to add value through advisory support.
• Supervise, mentor and support junior audit team members, reviewing their work and encouraging professional development.
• Work closely with Partners and senior management on audit assignments and wider client requirements.
• Collaborate with accounts, tax and advisory colleagues to provide a joined-up service to clients.
• Manage multiple assignments, ensuring deadlines, quality standards and client expectations are consistently achieved.

About You

We are looking for a motivated, commercially aware and technically capable audit professional who enjoys working with clients and is keen to progress their career. The ideal candidate will demonstrate:

• ACA or ACCA qualification, or be nearing completion of their professional qualification.
• Strong external audit experience gained within a UK accountancy practice.
• Experience managing audit assignments from planning through to completion.
• A sound understanding of UK accounting and auditing standards.
• Confidence reviewing financial statements and audit documentation.
• Strong client-facing experience and the ability to build effective professional relationships.
• Experience supervising or supporting junior audit team members.
• Excellent communication, organisational and problem-solving skills.
• Commercial awareness and a proactive approach to identifying opportunities for clients.
• A genuine interest in developing towards Audit Manager or a more senior leadership position.

The Opportunity

This is an excellent time to join an established and ambitious accountancy and advisory firm that is continuing to invest in its people and future growth. Unlike roles focused solely on audit delivery, this position offers the opportunity to develop broader commercial and advisory experience while working directly with experienced Partners and senior leadership.

Apply Today

If you are an ACA or ACCA qualified Auditor, or an experienced Audit Senior approaching qualification, and are looking for an opportunity to develop your career within a successful and growing accountancy practice, we would be delighted to hear from you. Please apply with your updated CV for a confidential discussion.