Average Audit Associate salary in the UK

Seeking an Audit Senior Associate to join the team of renowned accountancy firm, to be based in Reading. The role would suit someone who has qualified ACA or ACCA and has significant previous audit experience gained in a UK accountancy practice environment.This firm would like to meet external auditors with extensive experience from either corporate audit or not for profit audit background.This role offers a friendly, supportive working environment where talented people can thrive and along with a competitive salary you will enjoy a comprehensive flexible benefits package and a flexible approach to the working environment.As Audit Senior Associate your responsibilities will include:Working as part of a team, or the first point of contact for clients on a day-to-day basis, anticipating client needs, and communicating effectively with clientsAssisting in the planning, execution and finalisation of all areas of the audit assignment, and demonstrate an understanding of the different types of risk, considering and managing risk in all interactions with clientsProducing work for the team leader, Manager and/or Partner reviewNurture business development skills and identifying additional sales opportunitiesDemonstrate an application and solution-based approach to problem solvingIdentifying areas requiring improvement in the client’s business processes and possible recommendations and assisting with the preparation of the Audit Findings Reports to be provided to the clientBeing aware of progress against the audit budget and being able to explain variances to the budget to the ManagerPotentially travelling to areas outside of Reading to support audit teams from other officesContinue to develop skills, building on existing knowledgeCouching junior members of the team, providing guidance and assistance as requiredPlease do apply for this Audit Senior Associate role if you satisfy the following criteria:Qualified ACA/ACCASignificant auditing and accounting experience gained within a UK accountancy practice environmentSound understanding of UKGAAP and accounting principlesAlong with corporate audit experience, non-profits and pensions experience would be advantageousGood general IT skills; Microsoft Office, especially Excel and ideally CaseWareExcellent communication skillsEnergy and enthusiasm with a desire for personal and career developmentA willingness to travel to client site is essentialSubmit your CV for this Audit Senior Associate roleUnfortunately, we cannot accept applications for this role from candidates that do not have the right to work in the UK, or require visa sponsorship, either currently or in the future. This includes those currently on a student or graduate visa.Additionally, candidates must have experience gained within UK accountancy practice. We stipulate these criteria due to the high volume of applications from outside of the UK.Due to the high volume of applications we receive it is not always possible to respond to unsuccessful applicants. Therefore, if we have not responded to your application within five days please assume that on this occasion your application has not been successful.

A leading, highly successful, and growing firm of chartered accounts with multiple offices based in Sussex is looking to bolster its team with the addition of a qualified ACCA/ACA Audit Senior, in a role offering excellent progression potential and career advancement prospects. This leading firm of accountants provides accountancy, tax, audit, and advisory services to a mix of clients across Sussex and the South-East including corporates, professional services, and not-for-profit organisations. Clients are across various industry sectors, both private and listed businesses across Sussex, London, and the South-East, primarily focused on owner-managed businesses. Joining the team as an Audit and Accounts Senior, you will have responsibility for audit, accountancy, and tax services to an exciting client base. The audit department is growing and they have some great plans for the future. Therefore, the business is seeking individuals who are career-focused and looking to progress with the potential to really develop in their careers. You will have a genuine opportunity to progress and develop in your audit career following qualification, and this position will offer exposure to accounts, audit, and tax. The remit of the position and the level of audit work can be built around the applicant's experience and aspirations. There is an opportunity to be based in multiple locations in Sussex and remote work is on offer. Brighton, Hove, Worthing, Chichester, Lewes, Eastbourne, Horsham, Crawley, Littlehampton, Steyning.RequirementsYou will be ACA/ACCA part qualified or qualified, with a strong background in audit or audit and accounts, with demonstrable audit experience gained within a practice environment as an Audit Semi Senior/ Senior /Associate. Your experience will be gained in a Top Tier/Mid Tier/Top 50 or large/medium independent accountancy practice. You will be able to demonstrate strong communication skills, both internally and directly with clients, the experience of supervising others and delegation of work, along with organisational skills. You will be looking for an opportunity to progress your career within a leading firm of top-rated Chartered Accountants in Sussex.Benefits£40,000 - £45,000 dependent on experience and background, negotiable. Full and highly competitive benefits package on offer.Full study support.22.5 days annual leave + 8 days for bank holiday Hybrid working pattern5% matched pensionDeath in serviceHealth care cash planIncome protectionPlease apply for the vacancy or contact Mark Sitton on /  for a confidential conversation. Refer a friend...We’re keen to remain the leading provider of the best accountancy talent in the South East. We are continually exploring ways to expand our network and we know that great candidates like you can introduce us to other equally brilliant people. We’re looking to work with the best accountancy practice and tax staff in the South East so if your friends, family or colleagues are considering a new opportunity and can demonstrate relevant experience, we'd love to speak to them. For every candidate you refer and we subsequently place into a permanent position, we will give you £200 of Love2Shop vouchers. (Terms & Conditions apply).

Audit AssociateNorwichWorking with a successful, well-established Firm of Accountants as an Audit Associate, you will support audit engagements by performing assigned tasks, including testing financial data, gathering evidence, and documenting findings. You will work under the supervision of seniors, learning audit procedures and ensuring compliance with standards. The role:Managing smaller assignments with support from your manager, gradually taking ownership of your own portfolioSupporting seniors on larger and more complex engagementsPlaying a key role in delivering accurate, efficient audit fieldwork — including substantive and analytical proceduresPreparing statutory financial statements from client data and flagging key risksEnsuring audit files are fully and appropriately documented for reviewPlanning, executing, and finalising audit assignments for senior sign-offBuilding strong, long-term client relationships and getting involved in local networking activityThe person:Confident in taking responsibility for audit sections under senior supervisionStrong understanding of process flows, double entry, audit assertions and standard testingWorking knowledge of IFRS/UK GAAP and auditing standardsExperience coaching and supporting junior team membersStudying towards ACA/ACCA/AAT, or qualified by experienceMinimum 2 years’ audit experience within a UK accountancy practiceExposure to a variety of client sectorsSomeone who enjoys taking initiative, learning on the job, and growing their client-facing confidenceTo apply, please submit your CV or contact Caroline Meeson at Pure.