Audit Senior or Semi-SeniorOxford
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
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