Senior Audit Associate

The Role We are recruiting for a well-established firm of Chartered Accountants based in Stourbridge, who are looking to appoint a Qualified Senior Audit Associate to join their growing audit team. This is a hands-on role suited to someone who enjoys managing audits from planning through to completion, while also supporting and developing junior members of the team. You’ll be working with a varied client portfolio across multiple sectors and will have regular exposure to client-facing responsibilities. Please note: This role requires previous experience working within a UK accounting firm / chartered accountancy practice. Applications without this experience will not be considered. Key Responsibilities * Lead and perform audit assignments from planning through to completion * Carry out audit fieldwork and ensure compliance with UK auditing standards * Prepare financial statements under FRS 102 from clients’ trial balances * Review financial statements and supporting schedules * Act as a key point of contact for clients, resolving queries efficiently * Identify improvement opportunities and provide value-added recommendations * Attend client premises for on-site audits as required Requirements * ACA or ACCA qualified (or equivalent) * Proven audit experience within a UK accountancy practice (essential) * Strong technical knowledge of UK GAAP and auditing standards * Confident communicator with strong client-facing skills * Ability to manage multiple assignments and meet deadlines * Competent with audit software and Microsoft Office * Experience using iRIS for accounts preparation is desirable * Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel to client sites What’s on Offer * Competitive salary, dependent on experience * Supportive and collaborative working environment * Pension scheme and additional benefits