Audit Senior
Austin Rose · Colchester, East of England
Audit Senior at Austin Rose, based in Colchester, East of England, paying £32,000 - £48,000 per annum. This is a permanent role.
- Salary
- £32,000 - £48,000 per annum
- Location
- Colchester, East of England
- Contract
- Permanent
- Posted
- 4 hours ago
- Closes
- 25 Nov 2026
- Sector
- Accountant
15% below the typical rate for accountant
Reference job/audit-senior-2283
About the role
Audit Senior | Top 50 Firm | Ipswich
Are you an ambitious ACA or ACCA qualified audit professional looking to step into a high-impact Audit Senior role with an industry-leading accountancy firm? Do you want to lead audit engagements, mentor junior staff, and gain exposure to a diverse portfolio of commercial and corporate clients across the region while enjoying clear structured progression?
About the Firm
This Top 50 Firm of chartered accountants and business advisors boasts a outstanding reputation across the East of England, delivering premier audit, accountancy, and advisory services to a broad spectrum of commercial, corporate, and owner-managed businesses. Known for its progressive approach, collaborative culture, and commitment to technical excellence, the firm offers a modern working environment where professionals are given direct exposure to partners, clear career development paths, and full support to develop client-facing advisory skills.
Responsibilities
As an Audit Senior you will:
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Lead site audit teams from planning through to completion across a diverse portfolio of corporate and commercial clients.
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Prepare audit plans and actively participate in planning and fraud risk discussions to formulate tailored audit strategies.
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Supervise, delegate to, and coach junior team members, providing structured on-the-job training and appraisal feedback.
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Draft financial statements, review audit documentation, and utilize Caseware software to ensure high compliance standards.
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Control audit assignments in relation to timescales, budgets, productivity, recoverability, and risk management procedures.
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Produce commercial management reports and discuss technical audit conclusions with Managers and Partners.
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Act as a key client contact, maintaining strong working relationships and identifying opportunities to introduce additional firm advisory services.
What You’ll Receive
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25 days annual leave (plus public bank holidays).
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Hybrid working option (2–3 days working from home per week).
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Employer pension contribution of 5%.
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Private medical insurance cover.
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Discretionary performance-related bonus scheme.
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Full ICAEW / ACCA CPD funding and comprehensive ongoing technical training support.
At Austin Rose, we specialise in Public Practice recruitment and use our market insight to support professionals in securing roles aligned with their long-term ambitions.
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