Audit Senior in Chelmsford

Audit Senior in Chelmsford

Chelmsford Full-Time 40500 - 49500 £ / year (est.) No working from home possible
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At a Glance

  • Tasks: Lead exciting audit assignments and manage a diverse client portfolio.
  • Company: Well-established independent accountancy practice in Essex with a supportive team.
  • Benefits: Competitive salary, study support, and excellent career progression opportunities.
  • Other info: Office-based role with a friendly environment and varied client exposure.
  • Why this job: Join a dynamic team and build strong client relationships while advancing your career.
  • Qualifications: ACCA part-qualified or recently qualified with audit experience.

The predicted salary is between 40500 - 49500 £ per year.

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an Audit Semi-Senior or Senior to join a well-established and highly regarded Essex based independent accountancy practice. This role is ideal for an ACCA newly qualified or part-qualified studier looking to take the next step in their career within a mixed audit and accounts position, offering strong progression prospects.

The Role

  • Working closely with senior leadership, you will take responsibility for a varied and interesting audit portfolio, working with a broad range of clients from SMEs and owner-managed businesses to larger groups.
  • This is a mixed audit and accounts role, but with a larger focus on audit and offering excellent exposure to varied sectors and the opportunity to build strong client relationships.
  • Lead and undertake audit assignments from planning through to completion.
  • Manage a diverse portfolio of clients across multiple sectors.
  • Prepare and review audit files, ensuring compliance with relevant standards.
  • Liaise directly with clients, building strong and lasting relationships.
  • Identify risk areas and provide practical recommendations.
  • Support managers and partners on larger or more complex engagements.
  • Ensure all assignments are delivered to deadline and budget.

About You

  • ACCA part-qualified or recently qualified.
  • Proven experience within an accountancy practice in an audit-focused role.
  • Strong technical audit knowledge and understanding of compliance requirements.
  • Experience working with a varied client base, ideally including SMEs and groups.
  • Both audit and accounts experience - exposure to preparation of year end accounts.
  • Excellent communication and organisational skills.
  • Proactive, detail-oriented, and able to work both independently and as part of a team.

What's on Offer

  • Salary £30,000 - £38,000 depending on experience.
  • Study support offered.
  • Excellent career progression opportunities.
  • Exposure to a varied client portfolio both local and national.
  • Collaborative working environment.
  • Office-based role with a friendly, supportive and well established team.

Please note: Unfortunately, this firm is unable to offer visa sponsorship and applicants must have full and unrestricted right to work in the UK.

Audit Senior in Chelmsford employer: WestonBrook Associates Limited

WestonBrook Associates is an excellent employer, offering a supportive and dynamic work environment in Stanmore, Middlesex. With a focus on professional development, employees benefit from direct access to experienced Directors and the opportunity to broaden their technical expertise across various service lines. The firm values strong client relationships and provides a varied role that ensures meaningful engagement with a diverse portfolio of clients, making it an attractive place for those seeking rewarding employment in accountancy.

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Contact Details:

WestonBrook Associates Limited Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Audit Senior in Chelmsford

Audit Knowledge
ACCA Qualification
Client Relationship Management
Compliance Understanding
Portfolio Management
Risk Identification
Practical Recommendations