Senior Auditor in Watford

Audit Senior £42,000 - £52,000 (dependent on experience) + Benefits Watford Area Hybrid Working Available Are you looking to take the next step in your audit career with a respected and growing accountancy practice that genuinely values professional development, technical excellence, and work-life balance? An excellent opportunity has arisen for an Audit Senior to join a highly regarded accountancy firm with a strong reputation for delivering quality advice to a diverse client base. Working within a supportive and collaborative team, you will gain exposure to a broad range of clients, complex assignments, and clear progression opportunities. This position offers a varied workload, combining approximately 80% audit and 20% accounts preparation, making it ideal for someone who enjoys a mix of client-facing audit work and technical accounting responsibilities. The Audit Senior will work closely with managers and partners while supporting the development of junior team members across a varied portfolio of clients operating within the accountancy sector.

What you'll be doing

• Planning, leading and delivering audit assignments from start to completion.
• Managing audit engagements for a wide-ranging client portfolio, including larger and more complex organisations.
• Supervising, mentoring and reviewing the work of junior team members.
• Preparing statutory and consolidated financial statements under FRS102.
• Producing draft corporation tax computations.
• Identifying audit findings and preparing recommendations for management.
• Assisting with group reporting requirements and component audit assignments.
• Supporting the preparation of accounts for limited companies, partnerships and LLPs.
• Ensuring assignments are delivered to agreed deadlines and budgets.
• Building strong relationships with clients and acting as a trusted point of contact throughout engagements.

What we're looking for

• ACA or ACCA qualified, or approaching qualification.
• At least 2.5 years' experience gained within a UK accountancy practice environment.
• Strong audit experience across a variety of client sectors.
• Good technical knowledge of auditing and financial reporting standards.
• Experience reviewing work and supporting junior colleagues.
• Confident communicator with strong client relationship skills.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments and prioritise effectively.
• Familiarity with audit and accounts software packages would be advantageous.
• A proactive approach and desire to continue developing within the accountancy profession.

What's on offer

• Salary of £42,000 - £52,000 depending on experience.
• Hybrid and flexible working arrangements.
• Structured training and professional development.
• Clear progression opportunities within a growing team.
• Exposure to a diverse client portfolio.
• Supportive and collaborative working environment.
• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Modern technology and equipment provided.