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Posted 30 July, 2026

Audit & Accounts Senior / Semi-Senior

Addington Ball Recruitment Ltd
Northampton, ENG, GB Full Time

Job Description

If you've reached the point where you're looking for more variety, more responsibility, or simply a better working environment, this could be the opportunity you've been waiting for.

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Whether you're already operating as an Audit & Accounts Senior or you're a capable Semi-Senior ready to take the next step, this role offers the chance to develop your technical skills across both audit and accounts while working with a diverse portfolio of owner-managed businesses and growing groups. You'll enjoy exposure to clients ranging from small local businesses through to organisations generating in excess of £50m in turnover, giving you the breadth of experience that can accelerate your career.

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This Audit & Accounts Senior / Semi-Senior position, based in Kettering, offers a genuine mix of responsibilities, with around 60% accounts and 40% audit work, ensuring no two weeks look quite the same. You'll be joining a supportive and professional environment that values development, encourages progression, and provides access to high-quality training and mentoring. If you're looking for a role where your contribution is recognised and your future development matters, this could be exactly what you're searching for.

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Responsibilities:

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  • Prepare statutory accounts for limited companies, sole traders and partnerships
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  • Produce corporation tax and business tax computations
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  • Assist clients with queries and gather information required for accounts preparation
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  • Prepare VAT returns and management accounts
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  • Support audit assignments from planning through to completion
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  • Work with a varied client portfolio spanning multiple sectors and business sizes
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  • For more experienced candidates, support and guide junior team members during audit assignments
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The Ideal Candidate

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  • Previous accountancy practice experience across accounts preparation and audit
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  • Experience working with owner-managed businesses and statutory financial statements
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  • ACA or ACCA qualified, part-qualified, or actively studying towards qualification
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  • Comfortable building relationships with clients and communicating professionally
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  • Strong attention to detail with a proactive approach to problem solving
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  • Good Excel and general IT skills
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  • Able to manage workloads effectively and adapt to changing priorities
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What's on Offer

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  • £35,000 - £45,000 salary depending on experience
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  • 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
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  • Healthcare plan
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  • Early finish working pattern with flexible start times
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  • Modern office environment with onsite parking
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  • Exposure to a varied and interesting client portfolio
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  • Full study support available for candidates completing professional qualifications
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  • Excellent training and career development opportunities
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  • Monthly breakfast club, team lunches and quarterly social events
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Register your interest by applying today or call Richard Davies or Luke Scale on 01926 290 290 to discuss this opportunity further, always in complete confidence.

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Addington Ball is a specialist finance and accounting recruitment consultancy covering the Midlands and Northern Home counties. We are a member of TEAM and are acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. Job ref - ABJ/261448 - Audit & Accounts Senior / Semi-Senior.

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