Audit Senior - Milton Keynes

Ambition UK are recruiting on behalf of a prestigious Top 10 UK accountancy firm known for its people‑first culture and industry‑leading training.

Are you ready to bring your Audit expertise to a role where your skills and unique perspective will make a meaningful impact?

What Sets This Firm Apart

This firm places people at the heart of everything they do their teams, their clients, and the communities they serve. As a Top 10 practice with a strong UK presence and international reach, they combine global insight with local commitment.

Here, you'll never be just a number. You'll join an ambitious, supportive team dedicated to continuous development. Their investment in people has earned them Gold accreditation with Investors in People, demonstrating their commitment to helping every individual thrive.

Go Beyond the Numbers

They are looking for a talented Audit Senior who thrives in a dynamic environment and enjoys taking on complex challenges. You'll be surrounded by dedicated professionals who are passionate about delivering exceptional audit quality and value‑adding insights.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of clients across various industries, ensuring deadlines are met and all work complies with relevant regulations.
• Communicate directly with clients to organise assignments, agree timelines, and schedule audit work.
• Prepare audit planning memoranda, identify risk areas, and determine the most efficient methods of gathering audit evidence.
• Supervise and review the work of semi‑seniors and juniors, ensuring files are complete and review points are addressed before submission to Managers or Partners.
• Collaborate with internal departments to ensure compliance work is scheduled at the right time.
• Collate raw project data and summarise it into suitable formats for review (e.g., draft reports or projections).
• Monitor and manage statutory deadlines, including corporation tax and Companies House filings.
• Complete on‑site client visits and act as a trusted advisor, building strong and lasting relationships.

What We're Looking For

• Studying ACA or ACCA
• Basic knowledge of tax computations (desirable)
• Experience using Sage, Excel, Word, and ideally CaseWare
• 6-12 months' experience supervising junior staff (preferred)
• Strong and current technical accounting knowledge
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Highly organised, able to manage a varied and demanding workload
• Client‑focused and commercially aware

Rewards & Benefits

• Agile working: Core hours 10am-2pm + two home‑working days per week
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays (22 days for trainees), with ability to buy/sell up to 5 days
• Competitive salary package
• Employee recognition schemes, including Outstanding Performance Awards
• Clear progression pathways supported by a structured succession‑planning programme
• Employee Assistance Programme, offering 24/7 confidential support, unlimited counselling, and virtual GP access for you and your family
• Plus a wide range of additional benefits