Audit Senior
| Posting date: | 26 January 2026 |
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| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 02 February 2026 |
| Location: | Bournemouth, Dorset, BH2 5QY |
| Remote working: | Hybrid - work remotely up to 2 days per week |
| Company: | Hays Specialist Recruitment |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 4764701_1769428537 |
Summary
Are you an Audit Senior looking to take the next step in your career with a forward thinking accountancy practice? Our Client, a highly respected firm with a strong presence in the South, is seeking an experienced and motivated Audit Senior to join their growing Bournemouth team.
This is an excellent opportunity for an ACA/ACCA qualified or finalist Audit professional who is confident working with a broad UK client base and is keen to develop within a supportive, high performing environment.
The Role
As an Audit Senior, you'll take responsibility for leading audit assignments from planning through to completion, ensuring work is delivered accurately, on time and with a strong focus on client service.
Your role will include:
- Planning audits, identifying key risks, setting materiality and designing appropriate testing procedures
- Leading fieldwork, supporting junior team members and contributing to their development
- Conducting detailed audit work and applying sound professional judgement throughout
- Maintaining excellent communication with managers and clients during each stage of the audit
- Preparing clear audit summaries and presenting key findings
- Ensuring work remains on budget and raising any concerns proactively
- Collaborating with wider teams, such as tax or advisory, to deliver a seamless service
- Reviewing the work of trainees and assisting with technical development
- Working across client sites, in the office and remotely, depending on client needs
This role offers genuine variety, exposure to a broad portfolio and the chance to build strong long term client relationships.
About the Team
You'll be joining a well established and collaborative audit department with a mix of trainees through to senior managers and partners. The culture is positive, supportive and focused on continuous professional development. Team members are encouraged to progress and build long lasting careers within the firm.
About the Office
The Bournemouth office supports clients across the UK and internationally, with portfolios covering owner managed businesses, property, private wealth, professional practices and larger corporate groups. The firm prides itself on delivering high quality audit, assurance, accounting and advisory services, drawing on expertise across its national network.
About You
To succeed in this role, you will be:
- ACA/ACCA qualified or finalist
- Experienced in planning and completing audit assignments within UK practice
- Knowledgeable in UK GAAP (IFRS experience beneficial)
- Confident in preparing statutory accounts
- Skilled in managing and coaching junior team members
- Organised, with the ability to prioritise and manage multiple deadlines
- Strong in communication, both written and verbal
- Client focused and commercially aware
- Proficient with Excel and familiar with audit software packages
A driving licence and access to transport would be advantageous for client visits, though not essential.
Rewards & Benefits
- 35 hour working week with hybrid working (minimum two days in the office)
- Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
- Contributory pension scheme
- 25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays
- Life assurance and a range of flexible benefits
- Paid overtime or time off in lieu
- Eligibility to join the firm's annual profit sharing scheme
How to Apply
If you're an Audit Senior looking to join a supportive firm that values professional growth and high quality client service, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or feel free to call Lorna Pilling directly on 07900 224915.
If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.
Please note: All applicants must have Right to Work in the UK as sponsorship for overseas employees cannot be provided for this role.
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