Audit Senior - Axon Moore Group Ltd : Job Details

Axon Moore are working with a well established and rapidly growing accountancy firm to recruit an Audit Senior. This firm has grown over 50% in the last 3 years and are still hiring for growth. They offer a full audit service covering public and private sector clients and this role will cover their clients in the private sector. It’s an exciting time to join a business that has a fantastic culture and progresses its employees.The successful candidate will report to an Audit Manager and will look after a portfolio of SME and large clients. You will ideally be ACA/ACCA qualified or nearly qualified and will have a minimum of 3 years’ experience working in Audit. We require brilliant people who are likeable, personable and enjoy working from client site. This is a hands on role, however home and office based working is also available.Salary and Benefits - Salary £38-43k depending on experience and qualification, study support available where required. Generous annual leave with the ability to buy/sell, pension, private medical insurance, life assurance and income protection, employee assistance programme, flexible working, cycle-to-work scheme and enhance parental leave.Responsibilities include:

• Lead Audit Planning – Coordinate the planning phase of engagements, setting objectives, timelines, and resource needs in consultation with managers or partners.
• Execute Audit Fieldwork – Perform on-site or remote testing of controls and transactions, ensuring working papers are complete and accurate for review.
• Supervise Junior Staff – Delegate tasks, provide guidance, and review work to maintain high standards and adherence to audit methodology.
• Act as Client Contact – Manage day-to-day communications with clients, addressing queries, providing updates, and maintaining strong relationships.
• Prepare and Review Statutory Accounts – Draft and check statutory financial statements, ensuring compliance with relevant reporting frameworks.
• Identify and Escalate Issues – Monitor audit progress, highlight emerging risks or concerns, and liaise with senior colleagues to resolve them.
• Maintain Technical Accuracy – Apply up-to-date auditing standards, accounting principles, and software skills to deliver high-quality work.
• Assess Risks and Controls – Evaluate internal controls, identify weaknesses or potential misstatements, and suggest practical improvements.
• Deliver Audit Findings – Compile and present clear reports and summaries of audit results for manager or partner review, and discuss them with clients when appropriate.
• Support Business Development – Promote the firm’s services through excellent client service and contribute to building long-term client relationships.

Experience & Skill Requirements:

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in Audit
• ACCA/ACA qualified or nearly qualified is essential. Study support will be offered where required.
• Fluent with various accounting systems and Excel to a strong standard
• Hands on and happy to work balance a mix of client site, office and home based working in this role
• Ability to multi-task, prioritise work and meet deadlines
• Demonstrate accuracy and pay attention to detail
• Work in a mature, courteous and professional manner
• Strong interpersonal skills – approachable and down to earth with good communication skills

If you would like to hear more about this role, please get in touch with Harriett Busby at Axon Moore