Griffiths Marshall are a well-established and growing accountancy practice providing audit, accounting, tax, and advisory services to a diverse portfolio of clients ranging from owner-managed businesses to larger corporate entities.
We are seeking an experienced Audit Senior to join our team and play a key role in delivering high-quality audit and assurance services while supporting the development of junior staff and maintaining strong client relationships.
The Role
As an Audit Senior, you will take responsibility for leading audits from planning through to completion, working closely with managers and directors to ensure assignments are delivered efficiently and to a high professional standard.
Key Responsibilities
- Planning, leading, and completing statutory audits for a varied client portfolio.
- Preparing and reviewing audit working papers and documentation.
- Supervising, coaching, and reviewing the work of junior team members.
- Preparing statutory accounts in accordance with UK accounting standards.
- Identifying and assessing audit risks and proposing practical solutions.
- Building and maintaining strong client relationships.
- Liaising directly with clients to obtain information and resolve queries.
- Ensuring assignments are completed within agreed budgets and deadlines.
- Assisting managers and partners with ad hoc projects and advisory work.
About You
- Minimum 3 to 5 years' experience within a UK small to medium accountancy practice.
- Ability to explain and interpret clients’ tax and accounting issues
- Experience of dealing with taxes – personal, corporate, capital & VAT
- Experience in conducting SME company audits within one or more of the following industries – corporate audits, UK subsidiary audits, charity audits
- Ability to look at the bigger picture and give advice appropriate to clients’ individual situations
- Experience to challenge the status quo and suggest new ways of doing things
- Previous experience of leading audit assignments.
- Strong knowledge of UK GAAP and International Standards on Auditing (ISAs).
- Experience supervising and mentoring junior staff.
- Excellent communication and client relationship skills.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to manage and adhere to multiple deadlines.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office and audit software packages including Karbon, Tax Calc, Inflo Workpapers, Quickbooks, Sage, and Xero
What We Offer
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Clear career progression opportunities.
- Ongoing professional development and training.
- Supportive and collaborative working environment.
- Pension scheme and additional employee benefits.
Why Join Us?
This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious Audit Senior looking to progress their career within a forward-thinking practice that values professional development, teamwork, and exceptional client service.
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Contact Details:
Griffiths Marshall Advisory Group Recruitment Team
