Audit Senior Associate

Adele Carr Recruitment is partnering with a dynamic accountancy and advisory firm seeking a Qualified or Part-Qualified Audit Senior to join its expanding audit team in the Southampton region. We welcome applications from candidates with approximately 2 years' relevant experience, particularly those advancing through professional exams.

Key Responsibilities

Lead audits end-to-end: planning, fieldwork, and completion, reporting to managers and partners

Prepare accounts, reports, and related client deliverables

Coordinate audit planning with clients and internal stakeholders

Cultivate and maintain strong client relationships

Supervise on-site audit teams, ensuring quality, budget, and deadline adherence

Drive business development by promoting the firm's services

Mentor and develop trainees and junior team members

Ideal Candidate Profile

ACA / ACCA / CA (or equivalent international qualification), qualified or part-qualified

Recent audit and assurance experience in practice, including leading audits under ISA

Proficient with UK GAAP

Strong communication skills, with confidence liaising with senior staff and clients

Capable of working independently and collaboratively

Technically proficient in Word, Excel, and Microsoft Office

Driven, responsible, and committed to delivering high-quality service

Clear understanding of audit risk identification and when to escalate

Employee Benefits:

33 days' annual leave including bank holidays , plus buy/sell scheme.

Private medical cover, life assurance (4x salary), income protection (75% of salary).

Pension with matching contributions.

Enhanced parental leave and flexible working with dress-for-your-day policy.

Study support, professional subscriptions, and career coaching.

Wellbeing initiatives including EAP, flu jabs, eyesight tests, and health checks.

2.5 paid volunteering days per year and a range of additional perks like cycle-to-work, season ticket loans, and referral bonuses.

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If you're ready to progress in a supportive, forward-thinking firm, apply today or reach out to discuss your fit for the role