Audit Senior

Audit Senior - Buckinghamshire

Ambition is delighted to be partnering with a leading accountancy firm who are looking to recruit an Audit Senior in their Thames Valley office. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated audit professional looking to step into a role with greater ownership, client interaction, and technical variety.

You'll lead end‑to‑end audit engagements, support junior team members, and play a key role in delivering high‑quality audit work across a diverse client base.

What you'll be doing

• Leading audit assignments from planning through to completion.
• Supervising and coaching junior colleagues, providing feedback and guidance.
• Reviewing financial statements and ensuring compliance with UK GAAP, IFRS, and auditing standards.
• Assessing internal controls, identifying risks, and shaping audit approaches accordingly.
• Managing budgets, monitoring job progress, and communicating variances where needed.
• Building strong client relationships and spotting opportunities to add value.
• Overseeing workflow planning for the wider team.

Requirements

• Part‑qualified or fully qualified (ACA/ACCA) with experience in external audit in the UK.
• Strong technical knowledge, with the ability to interpret accounting standards and tackle more complex areas such as group audits, overseas subsidiaries, reorganisations, contract accounting, acquisitions, or disposals.
• Confident leading internal and external meetings to ensure clear communication throughout the audit process.
• Ability to independently assess risk and make well‑reasoned judgments.
• Organised, proactive, and able to manage multiple assignments simultaneously.
• Someone who takes pride in delivering high‑quality, efficient audit work.
• Right to work as sponsorship cannot be provided

What's in it for you?

• A supportive, collaborative environment where development is prioritised.
• Exposure to a varied portfolio and more complex audits to help you advance quickly.
• A culture that values flexibility, professional growth, and work-life balance.
• Genuine progression pathways within a growing London office.

Inclusion & accessibility

We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace. If you require adjustments at any stage of the process, we will be happy to support you.

Interested?

If you'd like to explore this opportunity further, please apply or reach out to Ambition for a confidential conversation.

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