Audit Senior

Audit Senior - External Audit Specialist

A leading professional services firm is offering an excellent opportunity for an experienced Audit Senior - External Audit Specialist to join a high-performing team in the South East. This role sits within a well-established accountancy environment and offers exposure to a diverse portfolio of clients, strong progression pathways, and a genuinely flexible working arrangement based in Central London.

This is a fantastic step for an ambitious auditor looking to take ownership of fieldwork delivery, client relationships, and team supervision. As an Audit Senior - External Audit Specialist, you'll play a key role in delivering high-quality audit assignments, ensuring compliance with professional standards, and supporting junior team members throughout the audit cycle.

Operating within a respected accountancy practice, you'll work closely with managers, partners, and external stakeholders, gaining exposure to complex audit areas while building long-term client relationships. The position is based in Central London, offering a strong blend of office collaboration and hybrid flexibility.

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• Lead and support audit fieldwork from planning through to completion
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• Coordinate audit assignments, ensuring delivery within agreed budgets and deadlines
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• Run planning meetings and support risk assessment processes
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• Review and delegate work to assistants and semi-seniors
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• Prepare completion sections including key audit findings and going concern assessments
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• Liaise with clients throughout the audit lifecycle to maintain strong communication
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• Resolve technical queries and escalate complex issues where necessary
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• Ensure audit files are fully prepared for manager and partner review
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• Support billing preparation and workflow tracking
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• Contribute to continuous improvement across audit processes
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• ACA or ACCA qualified (or equivalent)
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• Strong background in external audit within a professional services setting
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• Confident supervising junior staff and reviewing audit work
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• Excellent communication and client-facing skills
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• Ability to manage deadlines and prioritise workloads effectively
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• A proactive and detail-oriented approach
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• Competitive salary of £50,000 - £57,000 (depending on experience)
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• Hybrid working with flexibility built into the role
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• Clear progression pathways within a growing accountancy practice
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• Generous holiday allowance plus option to buy additional leave
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• Private medical cover, wellbeing support, and lifestyle benefits
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• Ongoing training and development with structured career progression
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• Inclusive and supportive team culture across
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If you're an experienced auditor ready to step into a senior position within a respected accountancy firm, this Audit Senior - External Audit Specialist role could be an excellent next move. Based in Central London this Audit Senior - External Audit Specialist opportunity offers progression, flexibility, and the chance to work on a varied client portfolio within a collaborative environment.