Nixon Caunce Associates
Manchester, Lancashire
Mar 20, 2026
Full time
Audit & Accounts Senior / Manchester / Permanent Role / Competitive Salary + Excellent Benefits / Full Time Hybrid Role / Chartered Accountancy Practice Audit & Accounts Senior Benefits Competitive salary DOE 25-30 days holiday plus bank holidays Hybrid working options Pension scheme Study support and CPD opportunities Professional membership fees paid Clear career progression opportunities Supportive and collaborative working culture We are working in partnership with a well-established and highly respected Chartered Accountancy Practice based in Manchester to recruit an experienced Audit & Accounts Senior. This is an excellent opportunity for a practice-trained accountant to join a growing firm where they will work with a varied client base across multiple sectors. The successful candidate will play a key role in delivering both audit and accounts assignments, working closely with managers and partners while also supporting and mentoring junior members of the team. Audit & Accounts Senior Duties Leading audit assignments from planning through to completion Preparing statutory accounts for limited companies, partnerships and sole traders Managing audit fieldwork and liaising with clients throughout the process Preparing and reviewing VAT returns where required Supervising and mentoring junior team members Liaising directly with clients to resolve queries and provide advice Ensuring all work is completed within deadlines and in line with professional standards Supporting managers and partners on ad-hoc assignments and projects Essential Experience Required To be successful in your application you MUST have the following: Previous experience working within a Chartered Accountancy Practice Strong audit experience alongside accounts preparation ACA / ACCA qualified or part-qualified Experience working with a varied client portfolio Strong technical knowledge of audit and financial reporting standards Good working knowledge of accounting software and Excel Excellent communication and client relationship skills What's On Offer? This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing and forward-thinking accountancy practice in Manchester offering excellent exposure to both audit and accounts work, alongside genuine career progression opportunities. The firm offers a supportive working culture, hybrid working, and a competitive salary and benefits package. We are committed to diversity and inclusion. We welcome all applicants of identity, personal characteristics, or background.