Audit and Accounts Senior

Salary/Rate:£45,000 - £57,000
Job type:Perm
Town/City:Guildford
County:Surrey
Sector:Accountancy Practice
Job ref:AASGU
Post Date:October 26, 2026
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Meet Our Recruiter

Todd Grainger
Todd Grainger
Director / Accounts and Legal Recruitment Specialist (South)

About the Role

Career Progression | Hybrid Working | Supportive Team Environment

In this role, you'll be managing audit assignments from planning through to completion, alongside preparing and reviewing statutory accounts and tax returns for a varied portfolio of clients.

What's on Offer?

  • Hybrid working and flexible hours
  • Excellent opportunities for progression into Assistant Manager and Manager positions
  • Friendly, supportive and sociable team environment
  • Ongoing technical training and professional development
  • Exposure to a diverse portfolio of clients across multiple industries
  • Opportunity to take ownership of assignments and develop your leadership skills
  • A collaborative working environment where your contributions are valued

The Company & Role

We're recruiting for an established accountancy practice in Guildford that's looking to welcome an ACA or ACCA qualified Audit and Accounts Senior to its team.

Our client offers a great combination of interesting technical work, client interaction and long-term career development, making this an excellent opportunity for someone looking to take the next step.

You'll work closely with managers and partners, taking responsibility for a range of assignments while supporting the development of junior colleagues.

Your responsibilities will include:

  • Leading external audit assignments from planning through to fieldwork and completion
  • Preparing and reviewing statutory accounts under FRS 102, FRS 102 1A and FRS 105
  • Preparing corporation tax computations and returns
  • Supervising and reviewing work completed by junior and semi-senior accountants
  • Liaising directly with clients, answering queries and building strong relationships
  • Identifying opportunities to provide additional accounting and business advice
  • Working closely with managers and partners on more complex assignments

About You

We're looking for someone who is ACA or ACCA qualified, with previous audit and accounts experience gained within a UK accountancy practice.

You'll ideally be confident managing audit assignments, reviewing accounts and supporting junior team members, with a genuine interest in progressing your career.

Don't tick every box? Please apply anyway! We recruit for a variety of accountancy practice roles across Guildford, Surrey and the surrounding areas.

Apply today for immediate consideration!

Your CV won't be sent directly to our client. We'll speak with you first, discuss the opportunity in detail and only submit your application once you're happy to proceed.

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