Our client is a well-established, multi-office accountancy practice providing a range of accountancy, audit and taxation services to a diverse portfolio of clients. Due to continued requirements within their Corporate department, they are seeking an experienced Audit Senior to join their team. The role offers a varied workload across audit, accounts and taxation, with responsibility for supporting junior team members and working closely with the Portfolio Manager.

Role Overview - Audit Senior

• Assist the Portfolio Manager with the management and delivery of client assignments.
• Plan and lead audits, working with a mixed team or independently where appropriate.
• Ensure audit plans and programmes are followed and liaise with the Audit Manager regarding on-site work.
• Monitor and assist audit trainees throughout assignments.
• Review and prepare accounts as required.
• Prepare tax returns and ensure submissions are completed within relevant deadlines.
• Monitor control files and report progress to the Portfolio Manager.
• Attend client meetings and maintain strong client relationships.
• Train Accounts trainees and monitor their progress.
• Assist with staff allocations, billing and monitoring work in progress.
• Assist clients with accounting software and computer-related queries.
• Correspond with clients and external agencies, including HMRC.
• Provide wider support to the accounts and audit team as required.

Role Requirements- Audit Senior

• Previous accountancy practice experience with a strong audit background.
• Experience planning and leading audit assignments.
• Good knowledge of accounts preparation and taxation.
• Experience supervising or training junior staff.
• Strong communication, organisational and client-facing skills.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments and meet deadlines.
• AAT, ACA or ACCA qualification/studies advantageous, although relevant experience will be considered.

Salary & Benefits - Audit Senior

• £34,000 - £39,000, dependent on experience.
• Monday - Friday, 8:30am - 5:00pm.
• Friday early finish between 3:00pm - 5:00pm, subject to weekly hours being completed.
• 20 - 25 days' holiday + bank holidays, dependent on level.
• 8% employer pension contribution.
• Death in Service and Critical Illness cover.
• Healthcare package.
• Established and supportive practice environment with opportunities for professional development.

Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries.

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