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Audit Senior

Bristol Permanent View Job Description
This Audit Senior will play a key role in delivering high‑quality audit and accounts work across a varied portfolio. This permanent position is based in Bristol and offers an opportunity to further develop expertise across both commercial and charity‑sector clients.
  • Senior Auditor to join an award-winning firm of chartered accountants.
  • Lead diverse audits across a dynamic mix of commercial and charity/NFP clients.

About Our Client

The employer is an award‑winning, people‑focused firm recognised as one of the region's top small businesses. As an established practice with a broad suite of corporate services, they combine technical strength with a modern, collaborative culture designed to help people thrive.

Job Description

  • Lead and manage audit engagements and accounts across a varied client portfolio, including substantial work with charity and not‑for‑profit organisations.
  • Take ownership of the full audit process - planning, risk assessment, fieldwork and completion - ensuring technical excellence and full compliance throughout.
  • Act as a trusted point of contact for clients, trustees and senior stakeholders, offering clear explanations and practical, sector‑aware advice.
  • Prepare and review audit files, statutory accounts and detailed management reports, delivering recommendations tailored to each organisation's needs.
  • Play a key role in developing the firm's charity audit approach, enhancing methodology, internal knowledge resources and responses to regulatory changes.
  • Mentor and supervise trainees and newly qualified team members, reviewing their work and supporting their technical growth.
  • Contribute to business development by building relationships within the charity sector, supporting tender activity and identifying opportunities to add value.
  • Work collaboratively across the group to strengthen processes, client service and resource planning.
  • Maintain accurate billing, time management and documentation across all engagements.

The Successful Applicant

A successful Audit Senior should have:

  • Experience working with a portfolio that includes charities, or a genuine motivation to specialise in charity‑sector audits.
  • Strong technical audit skills and a solid understanding of Charities SORP, or a clear commitment to developing this expertise quickly.
  • Confident communicator who can build effective relationships with trustees, CEOs and non‑financial stakeholders.
  • Fully qualified accountant (ACCA/ICAEW) with strong post‑qualification audit experience.
  • Demonstrated ability to lead assignments, manage deadlines and review the work of junior team members.
  • Commercially aware, with an understanding of the pressures and challenges facing both charities and SMEs.

What's on Offer

  • Competitive salary ranging from £48,000 to £53,000 per annum, depending on background and experience.
  • Permanent role within an award winning firm of chartered accountants.
  • Opportunities for career progression and professional development.
  • Supportive and collaborative work environment in Bristol.
  • Comprehensive benefits package (details to be confirmed).



If you are an experienced Audit Senior with a passion for accounting and finance, this role offers an excellent opportunity to advance your career. Apply today!

Contact
Esmae Talbot-Lewis
Quote job ref
JN-012026-6935367
Phone number
+441179065133

Job summary

Job function
Audit & Advisory
Subsector
Practice (Audit) & Assurance
Sector
Business Services
Location
Bristol
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Esmae Talbot-Lewis
Consultant phone
+441179065133
Job reference
JN-012026-6935367