An exciting opportunity has arisen with a highly regarded firm of Chartered Accountants based in Durham, and Crowe Watson Recruitment is proud to be supporting their search for a talented Part Qualified Audit Semi Senior to join their growing team. This is a fantastic role for an ambitious accounting professional looking to build a long-term career within a supportive and forward-thinking practice environment. Offering flexible working, a competitive company pension, and much more, this firm genuinely invests in its people and provides the tools and guidance needed to help you thrive professionally.

Durham is a fantastic location in which to develop your accountancy career, with a thriving business community and a strong concentration of reputable practice firms. The successful candidate will join a well-established audit team and work across a varied portfolio of clients spanning multiple sectors, gaining exposure that is both broad and genuinely enriching. You will be supported throughout your studies and given every opportunity to progress within the firm as you work towards your professional qualification.

Crowe Watson Recruitment is a specialist accountancy practice recruiter with a strong reputation for connecting talented professionals with leading firms across the UK. With a deep understanding of the practice marketplace and a commitment to finding the right fit for both candidate and client, Crowe Watson is well placed to support you through every stage of this process. If you are part qualified and looking for your next step in audit, we would be delighted to hear from you.

You might not meet all the criteria, but if you are passionate about developing yourself and your career, we would love to hear from you.

Crowe Watson is acting as an Employment Agency. References to pay rates are indicative and salary is dependent on experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the planning, execution and completion of audit assignments for a diverse portfolio of clients across a range of industries
• Prepare and review financial statements in accordance with UK GAAP and relevant accounting standards
• Build and maintain strong working relationships with clients, acting as a key point of contact during audit fieldwork
• Support and mentor junior members of the team, contributing to a collaborative and positive working environment
• Liaise with managers and partners to ensure audit engagements are delivered to a high standard and within agreed timescales

Requirements

• Part qualified ACA or ACCA, actively progressing towards full qualification
• Must have previous experience working within a UK Practice environment
• Solid understanding of audit methodology and UK GAAP
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with a professional and client-facing approach
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage your own workload effectively