Audit Senior

Audit Senior

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Location: North London or City of London office locations (hybrid working)

Hours: Monday to Friday, 35-hour week (flexitime)

As a Top 40 accountancy and advisory firm
, BKL supports a diverse client base—from entrepreneurs and high‑net‑worth individuals to ambitious owner‑managed businesses. We are proud to be a certified B Corporation
, reflecting our commitment to sustainability, transparency, and responsible governance. Our culture is rooted in values that encourage us to think big, work together, take pride, do the right thing, and enjoy what we do.

With modern offices in North London and the City
, we provide a flexible and collaborative working environment designed with wellbeing in mind, from quiet rooms and high‑tech meeting spaces to dedicated relaxation areas. At BKL, you’ll find not only a place to grow your career but also a community where you can thrive personally and professionally.

Our Audit & Assurance practice offers a full range of services—including statutory, grant, CASS, specialist audits, and assurance reviews—across sectors such as financial services, property, construction, not‑for‑profit, academies, and sustainability.

The team is organised into pods of 10–20 individuals
, each managing its own portfolio of clients. This structure creates a collaborative environment while providing exposure to a wide variety of industries and engagement types. No two clients are the same, keeping the work varied, dynamic, and rewarding. Our audits are technology‑enabled and data‑driven
, helping you deliver insights that add real value to clients.

• Lead and deliver external audits across industries and engagement types.
• Manage the full audit lifecycle—from planning and risk assessment to fieldwork, documentation, and reporting.
• Identify high‑risk areas, design appropriate procedures, and document findings clearly.
• Mentor and coach junior auditors, providing guidance and on‑the‑job training.
• Maintain clear communication with managers, escalating issues, and resolving complex matters collaboratively.
• Manage engagement budgets and time reporting efficiently.
• Build strong client relationships through professionalism and insightful communication.
• Continuously develop your technical knowledge, auditing skills, and industry expertise; contribute to best practices and quality control processes.

• ACA, ACCA, CA, or equivalent internationally recognised qualification (newly qualified or experienced).
• Minimum of three years’ UK audit experience in a reputable firm.
• Strong understanding of auditing standards, UK GAAP, and IFRS.
• Proven experience leading audits from planning through to completion.
• Excellent communication, client relationship, and team leadership skills.
• Proficiency with audit software (e.g., InFlo Mercia) and data analysis techniques.

At BKL, you will have the freedom to thrive, innovate, and bring creativity to your work. We value inclusion, diversity, and talent development, welcoming applications from candidates who share and champion these values. By joining us, you’ll play an active role in helping BKL grow while shaping a culture where everyone feels a sense of belonging.

If you enjoy problem‑solving and a fast‑changing environment, you will thrive in this role.

As in all BKL roles, you will be able to take a flexible approach: balancing independent work with teamwork, and remote working with time in the office with colleagues.

If this sounds like the role for you, we’d be delighted to discuss the career you could build at BKL.

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Mid‑Senior level

Full‑time

Accounting/Auditing

Professional Services