Audit Senior Associate
Employer Location Reading, Berkshire, England Salary - per annum + Competitive, DOE Closing date 10 Feb 2026 View more categoriesView less categories Sector Salary band Contract type Hours Where will they be working You need to or to save a job.
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Audit Senior Associate
Reading
Permanent, Full-time
About Us
We are a leading national audit, tax, advisory, and consulting firm with global reach and local expertise. As part of a top 10 international accounting network, we have access to thousands of professionals across numerous countries and offices vision is to be recognised as essential to the future success of our clients by helping them answer tomorrow's questions and make smart decisions that deliver lasting value through high-quality audit, tax, advisory, and risk aim to create an environment where talented people can realise their potential, succeed, and enjoy what they do by making a positive difference to clients, communities, and each other. Diversity and inclusion are central to our culture-regardless of gender, identity, race, ethnicity, education, or background, everyone is valued and supported to achieve their full potential.
About the Role
We are seeking a talented and ambitious Senior Associate to join our growing Corporate Audit team in the Thames Valley region. This role is ideal for a recently qualified auditor looking to develop their experience and career in a supportive environment while gaining broad exposure to a diverse client will work with Managers, Directors, and Partners on a range of corporate, listed, and owner-managed businesses across multiple sectors. Our audit team has experienced significant growth in recent years, creating clear opportunities for career progression.
While technical expertise is important, we value drive, ambition, personality, and strong interpersonal skills. You will play a key role in our growth strategy, requiring exceptional collaboration and client service capabilities.
What We're Looking For
1. A genuine passion for audit that inspires colleagues and clients.
2. Ability to act as a role model for trainees and peers.
3. Strong commitment to delivering exceptional client service and building lasting relationships.
4. Innovative thinking and a willingness to engage with the bigger picture-promoting ideas, nurturing talent, and motivating others.
5. Excellent teamwork and collaboration skills.
This is a fantastic opportunity to advance your audit career in a positive, growing environment.
About You
6. Experience delivering external audits within an accountancy firm.
7. Recently completed or nearing completion of professional qualifications (ACA, ACCA, or equivalent).
8. A credible role model with a hunger for learning and development beyond qualification.
9. Ability to think laterally and provide fresh, insightful solutions that exceed client expectations.
Why Join Us?
We understand that culture and values matter when choosing a workplace. We place people at the centre of everything we do-promoting a collaborative, inclusive, and friendly environment while supporting career value innovation and welcome individuals committed to making a difference. You'll benefit from continued learning, competitive salaries, flexible benefits, and a supportive approach to work-life are committed to equal opportunity and diversity.
Entry and progression are based solely on objective criteria, performance, and merit, supported by a clear career pathway.
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Company
At Hays we invest in lifelong partnerships that empower people and businesses to succeed. With over 50 years’ success under our belts and a workforce of 10,000+ people across 32 countries, we’ve evolved to put our customers at the heart of everything we do.
From CFO to Newly Qualified, we work with talented finance professionals and match them with organisations where they can achieve a lasting impact.
So much more than specialist recruiters in accounting and finance, what really sets us apart is our knowledge through scale, deep understanding and our ability to meaningfully innovate for our customers. All our consultants have strong relationships across the industry and the support of our extensive global network. That’s why organisations of all types and sizes – from international blue chips to SMEs – trust us to find the people who can help transform their business.
So, whether you want something local or international, permanent, or interim, we have the breadth of coverage and the depth of understanding to help you find it.
We have specialist recruitment teams in the following areas:
10. Corporate Governance
11. Credit Control
12. Part-Qualified Accountant
13. Payroll
14. Public Practice Accounting
15. Public Services Accounting
16. Senior Finance – Qualified
17. Support, Ledgers & Bookkeeping
18. Tax & Treasury
You can rely on us to deliver today and help you plan for tomorrow
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