Practice - Audit Senior - Peterborough

Discipline: Accounting
Salary: £38000 to £48000
Contact name: Carly Dunn

Contact email: carly@supreme-ss.com
Job ref: 5657

Audit Senior - £38,000-£48,000
Accountancy Practice Audit Jobs Peterborough 

Location: Peterborough, Cambridgeshire 
Salary: £38,000 - £48,000 
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Working Pattern: Hybrid & flexible working


Benefits & Package - Audit Senior Jobs Peterborough 

A well established accountancy practice in Peterborough is seeking an experienced Audit Senior to join its growing audit team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified ACA / ACCA / CA accountant to take ownership of audit assignments, develop client relationships, and progress within a modern and supportive firm.

Key benefits include:

  • Salary up to £48,000 depending on experience 
  • Hybrid and flexible working options
  • Enhanced family leave policies (maternity, paternity, fertility support)
  • Private medical, dental, and health cash plan options
  • 24/7 GP access and Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
  • Life assurance and critical illness cover options
  • Option to buy/sell holiday
  • Access to electric vehicle scheme, cycle to work, and tech scheme
  • Comprehensive wellbeing programme and support initiatives
  • Ongoing training, development, and career progression opportunities

The Role of Audit Senior (Accountancy Practice)

This Audit Senior role offers the opportunity to take increasing ownership of a client portfolio, leading audit assignments from planning through to completion while supporting the wider team.

You will play a key role in delivering high-quality audit and financial reporting services to a diverse range of clients across multiple industries.


Key Responsibilities

Audit & Technical Responsibilities

  • Leading and completing audit fieldwork, including substantive and analytical procedures
  • Planning and delivering audit assignments from start to completion
  • Preparing audit files with clear and compliant documentation
  • Preparing statutory financial statements from client data
  • Identifying risk areas and key issues for Partner / Manager review
  • Finalising audits in line with UK auditing standards

Client & Portfolio Development

  • Beginning to take ownership of a client portfolio
  • Building strong and lasting client relationships
  • Supporting the delivery of revenue and profitability targets
  • Acting as a key point of contact during audit engagements

Team Support & Development

  • Coaching and mentoring junior team members
  • Supporting team development and knowledge sharing
  • Collaborating with Managers and Partners on audit delivery

Audit, Accounting & Client Exposure

This role offers exposure to:

  • Audit assignments across multiple industries
  • IFRS and UK GAAP reporting standards
  • Client-facing responsibilities and relationship management
  • Team leadership and mentoring opportunities

About You - Audit Senior Jobs Peterborough

The ideal candidate will be a motivated and technically strong audit professional with experience in accountancy practice.

You will ideally have:

  • ACA / ACCA / CA qualified (or equivalent)
  • Strong knowledge of IFRS and UK GAAP
  • Experience auditing clients across varied sectors
  • Experience leading audits and completing assignments end-to-end
  • Ability to coach and support junior staff
  • Strong communication and organisational skills
  • A proactive and client-focused approach

The Firm

This forward-thinking accountancy practice provides a full range of audit, accounting, tax, and advisory services to a diverse client base.

The firm is known for its people-first culture, flexible working approach, and commitment to employee wellbeing, offering clear progression pathways and long-term career development.


Why Apply for This Audit Senior Job

This is a fantastic opportunity for an Audit Senior to join a progressive firm offering flexibility, strong benefits, and clear career progression, while gaining exposure to a varied and interesting client portfolio.


Apply Now

To apply for this Audit Senior position, please submit your CV today.


For more information, please contact the below:
Louise Kerrigan
Senior Talent Partner
T: 07955 267022
E: louise@supreme-ss.com