About the Role
Audit Senior - Surrey
Mid‑Tier Practice | Hybrid Working | Excellent Progression
Ambition is partnering with a respected mid‑tier accountancy firm in the Surrey / Guildford area to recruit an Audit Senior. This is an excellent opportunity to develop your audit career within a supportive, people‑focused team, working on a varied portfolio of small to medium‑sized clients across multiple sectors.
You'll take ownership of audits from planning to completion while supporting junior team members and strengthening client relationships. This firm offers strong long‑term progression, sector variety, and a collaborative working environment.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead audits from planning to completion, including risk assessment and key audit areas
Draft and review financial statements, audit reports, and supporting schedules
Perform substantive testing, analytical review, and design audit procedures
Review junior work, provide feedback, and support ongoing development
Manage timesheets, appraisals, and team workflow
Liaise with tax teams on provisions and returns
Review forecasts, challenge assumptions, and reassess risks at key stages
Build strong client relationships and prepare clear audit highlight reports
Requirements
ACA / ACCA (or equivalent) qualification
Strong experience leading audits within UK practice
Strong working knowledge of UK auditing standards
Able to work directly with clients and mentoring junior staff
Benefits
This firm offers a comprehensive and impressive benefits package, including:
Generous annual leave + three additional days at Christmas
Buy/sell holiday options
Hybrid working
Life cover, critical illness cover & income protection
Pension scheme
Wellbeing support (Digicare+, EAP, enhanced absence pay)
Enhanced family leave policies
Weddings & birth vouchers, loyalty awards
Employee & client referral bonuses
Community volunteering scheme & fundraising match
Perkbox access
Eye tests & cycle‑to‑work scheme
Additional flexible benefits:
Health assessments
Dental cover
Gym memberships
Genetic wellness tests
Phones, laptops, tablets
Office furniture
Cycle insurance
Pet insurance
Will writing
Apply Today
If you're an experienced Audit Senior or a strong Audit Semi‑Senior ready to step up, and you're looking for a role offering variety, progression, and a genuinely supportive culture, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply now or contact Ambition for a confidential discussion.
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