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Audit Senior/Assistant Manager | Top 50 Firm | Milton Keynes

Are you an experienced audit professional seeking to elevate your career within a highly regarded, award-nominated team? Do you thrive in an environment that prioritizes professional development, technical excellence, and a healthy work-life balance? This is an outstanding opportunity to join a Top 50 Firm that offers exposure to a diverse client base and a clear pathway for progression. If you are a driven auditor looking to take on more responsibility in planning and supervision while working on challenging, high-value projects, this role offers the perfect platform to make a significant impact.

About the Firm

This Top 50 Firm is a leading practice known for providing high-quality audit, accountancy, and advisory services to a broad range of clients, from owner-managed businesses to large corporate groups. The firm prides itself on its collaborative, supportive culture where professionals are given the autonomy to lead and the resources to excel. With a commitment to client service excellence and professional growth, the firm provides a structured environment for auditors to develop their technical expertise and build lasting client relationships.

As an Audit Senior/Assistant Manager you will:

  • Lead and supervise audit engagements with turnovers of up to £250 million, covering a variety of sectors including charities, pensions, solicitors, and schools.

  • Manage the end-to-end audit process from planning through to completion, ensuring all projects are delivered within budget and to strict deadlines.

  • Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior staff, assisting them with complex accounting and auditing queries.

  • Prepare statutory and consolidated accounts under FRS102, as well as draft corporation tax computations for clients.

  • Draft detailed management recommendations following the completion of audit fieldwork to add tangible value to your client base.

As the successful candidate you will:

  • Hold an ACA or ACCA qualification, or be at the Advanced Level with a clear plan for completion.

  • Possess at least 2.5 years of experience in a practice environment, demonstrating consistent exposure to audit throughout your career.

  • Have a proven track record of preparing comprehensive audit files for a diverse portfolio of clients with minimal managerial guidance.

  • Demonstrate the ability to handle complex or non-straightforward client records while maintaining accuracy and meeting tight reporting deadlines.

  • Be a confident communicator, capable of building effective, professional relationships with both clients and internal team members.

What You’ll Receive

  • Laptop provided for hybrid working flexibility.

  • Exposure to high-value audits with turnovers up to £250 million.

At Austin Rose, we specialise in Public Practice recruitment and use our market insight to support professionals in securing roles aligned with their long-term ambitions.

 

Reference

19689

Sector

Accounts & Outsourcing

Salary

£48,000 to £58,000 Per Annum

Town/City

Watford

Contract

Permanent

Closing Date

08/07/2026

Danny Brown
01727 614136

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