Audit Senior or Semi-Senior Oxford Permanent, Full-time About the Firm A growing Top 40 accountancy practice providing expert solutions for entrepreneurial businesses and private individuals across Central and Southern England. The firm invests in high-quality specialists and best-in-class technology to deliver exceptional value to clients. Culture & Values The firm's culture is built on values of expertise, respect, innovation, and collaboration. Teams are diverse in experience, background, and ideas, with a strong focus on professional development and rapid progression opportunities. The environment is friendly and supportive, offering training to enhance technical knowledge, commercial awareness, and management skills. The firm prioritises employee experience and fosters an inclusive culture that respects and celebrates individual differences. Role Overview Due to continued growth, there is an opportunity for an Audit Senior to join the Audit team based in Oxford. This is a permanent role, available on a full-time or part-time basis, with hybrid and flexible working options. Requirements ACCA/ACA qualified or nearly qualified Minimum 3 years' UK audit practice experience (accounts experience also required) Degree preferred (2:1 or above) or minimum 3 A-Levels (A, B, B or above) Experience with Xero, Sage, Caseware, and CCH advantageous Fluent in English with strong written and verbal communication skills Exceptional attention to detail Strong IT skills, particularly Excel, and ability to learn new systems quickly Positive, confident, and proactive attitude Ability to create a strong impression with clients and colleagues Skilled at prioritizing and meeting deadlines with high-quality output Team-oriented and self-motivated Key Responsibilities Lead a variety of audit assignments across multiple sectors, liaising with managers and partners as required Prepare audit files, undertake audit planning, and lead/assist with fieldwork Allocate work and supervise junior team members, providing support, training, and reviewing their work Ensure audits are completed to a high standard, on time, and within agreed budgets Review jobs completed by less senior staff Use accounting software to produce accurate reports for managers, directors, and clients Prepare statutory accounts and finalize accounts under supervision Prepare corporation tax computations Maintain up-to-date technical knowledge of industry and economic issues Contribute to pricing and assist with new client quotes Build productive working relationships internally and with clients Develop technical knowledge through on-the-job training Benefits & Perks Hybrid working (typically three days in the office, two days remote) Flexible hours around core working times (10am-4pm) Exposure to a wide range of clients across diverse industries Opportunities for technical and leadership development, including entry onto a bespoke Management Development Programme Recognition awards and regular employee events Competitive benefits package, including: 25 days holiday plus options for holiday trading and flexible bank holidays Additional wellbeing day Employee Assistance Programme with 24/7 GP access and mental health support Access to wellbeing platform for confidential sessions with therapists and coaches Retail discounts, health cash plan, EV salary sacrifice scheme Pension salary sacrifice scheme, life assurance, enhanced family leave policies Cycle to Work scheme, bus pass discounts, and referral bonuses Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays