Audit Semi Senior – Peterborough

Audit Semi Senior - Peterborough

Ref: 561Thursday 27 August 2026

Competitive Salary + Benefits

Audit Semi Senior – Peterborough

Peterborough | Full-Time | Hybrid & Flexible Working | Competitive Salary + Benefits

Keywords: Audit Semi Senior, Audit Senior, Audit Assistant, Audit Accountant, External Audit, Statutory Audit, ACA, ACCA, AAT, IFRS, UK GAAP, Audit Software, Accountancy Practice, Peterborough

We're recruiting an Audit Semi Senior for a growing accountancy practice in Peterborough.

This is an excellent opportunity for an AAT-qualified or part-qualified ACA/ACCA accountant with UK practice experience who is looking to develop their audit career and progress towards Audit Senior.

You'll gain hands-on experience across audit planning, risk assessment, fieldwork, testing and completion, working with a varied client portfolio across multiple sectors.

Key Responsibilities

  • Assist with planning and delivering statutory audit assignments
  • Perform audit fieldwork, testing and analytical review
  • Carry out risk assessments and assist with audit planning
  • Prepare accurate audit working papers and documentation
  • Review financial statements and accounting records
  • Evaluate internal controls and business processes
  • Liaise with clients to obtain audit evidence and resolve queries
  • Support the preparation of draft financial statements and management letters
  • Supervise and support audit trainees
  • Monitor audit budgets and deadlines
  • Ensure audit files are complete and ready for Senior or Manager review
  • Keep up to date with UK GAAP, IFRS and auditing standards

About You

  • AAT qualified or studying towards ACA/ACCA
  • Previous audit experience within an accountancy practice
  • Good understanding of audit procedures and accounting standards
  • Strong attention to detail and analytical skills
  • Excellent organisational and time management skills
  • Confident communicator with good client-facing ability
  • Able to manage multiple assignments and meet deadlines
  • Experience with audit software advantageous
  • Professional, proactive and keen to develop
  • Full UK driving licence and access to a car

What's on Offer

  • Hybrid and flexible working
  • Competitive salary and benefits
  • Varied audit client portfolio
  • Professional qualification support
  • Training and development opportunities
  • Clear progression towards Audit Senior
  • Supportive and collaborative team environment
  • Excellent long-term career prospects

Location

Peterborough, Cambridgeshire

Commutable from Stamford, Huntingdon, Market Deeping, Oundle, Spalding, Wisbech and surrounding areas.

Apply today for a confidential discussion with Jack Wood on 07817 796391 or jack@oscar-wood.co.uk.

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