At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and deliver high-quality audits for diverse clients while mentoring junior team members.
- Company: Growing practice with a forward-thinking, technology-driven audit function in the North East.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, professional development, and a collaborative work environment.
- Other info: Dynamic role with opportunities to influence processes and enhance team performance.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on audit quality and client experience while advancing your career.
- Qualifications: Part-qualified ACA or ACCA with 2+ years of audit experience and strong communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 40500 - 49500 £ per year.
An exciting opportunity for a Part Qualified Auditor to join a growing Practice with offices across the North East. This role is available in either Newcastle or Durham. As an Audit Senior you’ll play a key role in delivering high-quality audits for a diverse portfolio of clients. This role goes beyond compliance—it’s an opportunity to influence audit quality, mentor junior team members, and contribute to a forward-thinking, technology-driven audit function. You’ll collaborate with experienced colleagues and help shape how we deliver an exceptional client experience.
The Role
- Lead and deliver statutory audits from planning through to completion, including leading and working within on-site audit teams where required.
- Use digital audit tools and systems to drive efficiency, accuracy, and insight across engagement.
- Act as a key point of contact for clients, providing clear communication and supporting them with audit-related queries.
- Review work completed by junior team members and offer guidance, coaching and feedback to support their development.
- Collaborate closely with managers, senior managers and partners to ensure high-quality audit delivery.
- Complete assignments in line with internal quality standards and support continuous improvement initiatives.
- Participate in departmental discussions, contributing ideas to enhance audit processes and team performance.
- Attend client sites predominantly across the North-East and Yorkshire.
Person Specification
- Working towards ACA or ACCA qualification with at least two years of audit experience.
- Experience working with owner-managed businesses and SMEs.
- Experience delivering or leading audits.
- Excellent organisational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, confident with clients across all formats.
- High level of attention to detail and accuracy.
- Strong IT capability, including Excel and audit-related software.
- Proactive problem-solver with the ability to use initiative.
- Ability to travel to client sites as required.
- Experience with software such as Sage, QuickBooks Online, and Xero.
- Sector experience including charities, academies or legal practice.
- Experience with Iris, Caseware or MyWorkPaper.
- Leadership and Team Support – motivates others, delegates effectively and contributes to a positive team culture.
- Communication – delivers clear, confident written and verbal communication tailored to the audience.
- Technical Expertise – applies strong audit and accounting knowledge, using technology to enhance quality.
- Analytical Thinking – evaluates information effectively and develops practical, workable solutions.
- Planning and Organisation – prioritises tasks, manages deadlines and delivers assignments efficiently.
- Client Focus – maintains strong client relationships, delivers exceptional service and understands client needs.
Senior Auditor employer: Spear-heads
Spear-heads is an exceptional employer that fosters a dynamic work culture in Tees Valley, where innovation and collaboration thrive. Employees benefit from comprehensive training programs and clear pathways for career advancement, ensuring personal and professional growth. With a focus on technology and client engagement, the company offers a rewarding environment for those looking to make a significant impact in the B2B IT sector.
