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Accounts & Audit Senior - regional firm 
£35,000 - £45,000 (DOE) - hybrid working offered 
Bury St Edmunds
 
A respected and recognised firm of Chartered Accountants with good regional presence is looking for an Audit & Accounts Senior to join their team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys a variety of audit and accounts work and is looking for genuine career progression within a supportive and well‑structured practice.
 
About the Role
 
In this position, you'll work closely with directors and senior managers, delivering a portfolio of audit and accounts assignments for clients across a wide range of industries. You'll be involved from planning through to completion, taking ownership of your work and building strong client relationships.
 
You may also play a part in reviewing work and coaching junior team members, helping to maintain excellent service standards within the firm.
 
Key Responsibilities

• Working on a diverse portfolio of audit and non audit clients across a range of industry sectors from SME to larger corporate organisations
• Prepare audit and accounts files for senior review
• Preparing statutory accounts (UK GAAP / FRS 102-1A)
• Lead and deliver audit assignments from planning to completion
• Act as a day‑to‑day contact for clients
• Corporation tax preparation
• Support and mentor junior team members where required
• Develop risk‑based audit plans and relevant testing strategies
• Monitor job budgets and ensure deadlines are met
• Working collaboratively to ensure excellent client service levels

What We're Looking For

• ACA / ACCA qualified or currently studying
• Recent experience in a UK accountancy practice, including audit work (minimum 3 years in practice)
• Strong knowledge of UK GAAP and FRS 102 Section 1A
• Excellent communication skills and confidence dealing with clients
• A naturally diligent approach with a good attention to detail
• Excellent organisation skills and confidence working across both accounts and audit functions
• Comfortable supporting or supervising junior staff

What's On Offer

• Competitive salary: £35,000 - £45,000 (experience dependent)
• Long‑term career development within an established practice
• Friendly, collaborative working environment
• Hybrid working
• Study support offered and clear career development framework
• Full benefits package (details available at interview)
• Opportunity to broaden your audit and accounts experience across multiple sectors

If you're an ambitious Audit & Accounts professional looking to take the next step in your career, this role offers varied client exposure, strong professional support, and clear progression opportunities within a highly reputable firm that genuinely value their team.

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