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Accounts & Audit Senior – Penrith

  • Location

    Penrith

  • Sector:

    Audit and Business Services, Accounts, Accounts & Audit

  • Contract Type:

    Permanent

  • Salary:

    £32000 - £42000 per annum

  • Contact:

    Will Langdon

  • Contact email:

    will.langdon@clark-wood.co.uk

  • Contact phone:

    +44 (0) 1173 291051

  • Job ref:

    WL-18596-3

  • Published:

    about 1 month ago

  • Expiry date:

    2026-09-09

  • Startdate:

    2026-08-04

  • Consultant:

    ConsultantDrop

Accounts & Audit Senior – Penrith
£32,000 - £42,000 + Study Support + Excellent Benefits
Clark Wood are currently recruiting for an ambitious Accounts & Audit Senior to join a respected independent firm of Chartered Accountants based in Penrith.
This is an excellent opportunity for an ACA / ACCA part-qualified or qualified accountant looking for a varied role within a supportive accountancy practice. The successful candidate will work with a diverse portfolio of owner-managed businesses, SMEs and charitable organisations, gaining exposure to both accounts and audit assignments.
The role offers genuine career progression, study support and the opportunity to develop within a close-knit and growing firm.
The Role
As an Accounts & Audit Senior, you will be responsible for a varied portfolio of client work, including:
  • Preparing statutory accounts for limited companies, partnerships and sole traders.
  • Completing corporation tax computations and supporting with tax compliance.
  • Assisting with audit assignments from planning through to completion.
  • Managing client relationships and acting as a key point of contact.
  • Reviewing work completed by junior team members and providing support where required.
  • Working closely with Managers and Partners to deliver a high-quality client service.
The role is approximately 80% accounts and 20% audit, although this can vary depending on experience and client requirements.
About You
The successful candidate will ideally have:
  • ACA / ACCA qualified or part-qualified status (study support available).
  • Previous experience working within a UK accountancy practice.
  • Strong knowledge of accounts preparation and UK accounting standards.
  • Some audit experience would be advantageous but is not essential.
  • Excellent communication and organisational skills.
  • The ability to manage workloads and work independently.
What's On Offer
  • Salary of £32,000 - £42,000 depending on experience.
  • Study support for part-qualified candidates.
  • Flexible working arrangements.
  • Supportive and friendly team environment.
  • Genuine long-term career progression opportunities.
This is a fantastic opportunity for an Accounts Senior, Audit Senior or Accounts & Audit Semi Senior looking to join a well-established independent firm of Chartered Accountants in Penrith.
For more information, please contact Will Langdon at Clark Wood:
📧 will@clark-wood.co.uk
📞 07920 557121
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