Audit Senior

Senior Auditor

Location:

Stockport (Hybrid Working)
Salary:
Competitive + progression to management
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

An established and highly regarded accountancy and business advisory practice is looking to appoint a Senior Auditor to join its growing Audit & Assurance team in Stockport This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced audit professional to take ownership of assignments, work closely with clients, and play a key role in delivering high-quality, insight-driven audits.

The firm is known for its partner‑led, relationship‑focused approach, delivering audits that go beyond compliance and provide genuine value, confidence and assurance to clients.

The Audit & Assurance team works with a diverse client base across sectors including charities, social housing, manufacturing, leisure and owner‑managed businesses. Audits are planned and delivered with a strong focus on risk, internal controls and commercial understanding, supported by efficient, paperless audit systems and robust methodologies.

Quality, training and professional development are central to the firm’s culture, with clear pathways for progression into management roles.

As a Senior Auditor, you will:

• Take responsibility for planning, leading and delivering audit assignments
• Manage audit fieldwork from start to finish, ensuring deadlines and quality standards are met
• Review audit work prepared by junior team members and provide constructive feedback
• Identify audit risks and evaluate internal controls
• Prepare and review audit files, reports and completion documentation
• Act as a key point of contact for clients during the audit process
• Support audit managers and partners with planning, budgeting and client discussions
• Contribute to the development and mentoring of junior auditors

You will ideally have:

• ACA / ACCA qualification (or be qualified by experience)
• Strong audit background within an accountancy practice
• Experience leading audits and reviewing junior staff work
• Solid technical knowledge of UK GAAP and auditing standards
• Confident client‑facing and communication skills
• A proactive, organised and commercially aware approach

• Hybrid working with flexibility
• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Exposure to a varied, interesting client portfolio
• Partner access and involvement in higher‑level audit discussions
• Clear progression opportunities towards Audit Manager
• Supportive, professional and collaborative team culture

If you’re a Senior Auditor looking to take the next step within a high‑quality, people‑focused audit team, we’d be keen to speak with you. Apply now or get in touch for a confidential discussion.