Full job descriptionAudit Supervisor
Location: Guildford, Surrey
Workplace: Hybrid
Salary: £50,000 – £56,500
A respected, forward-thinking UK advisory and accountancy group is seeking an experienced Audit Supervisor to join its Guildford team. You’ll lead audits for small to medium-sized clients across a variety of industries, working closely with Managers and junior colleagues to deliver high-quality work on time and within budget. The role offers real variety, visibility with clients, and clear long-term progression.
About the firm
This organisation is a leading national multi-disciplinary advisory, tax and audit group, backed by a strong network and known for its collaborative culture, modern flexibility and focus on developing people at every stage.
The group is recognised for:
*A supportive, inclusive environment with hybrid working
*Strong investment in training, feedback and career mobility
*A diverse client base offering broad technical exposure
*A values-driven approach centred on quality, respect and positive impact
The role
You will take ownership of audit engagements from planning through completion, guide semi-seniors and juniors on site, and ensure files are delivered to a high standard with minimal review points. You’ll also contribute to audit efficiency, risk assessment and insightful reporting for Managers and Partners.
Key responsibilities include:
*Training, coaching and mentoring semi-seniors and juniors
*Performing risk assessments and identifying key audit areas
*Applying advanced audit techniques, including substantive testing and analytics
*Drafting and reviewing financial statements and audit reports; communicating findings clearly
*Staying mindful of industry/regulatory requirements and best practice
*Managing time recording, expenses and prompt completion of staff appraisals
*Completing audit planning, designing testing across all sections and reviewing juniors’ work
*Delivering high-quality files with minimal outstanding points for Supervisor/Manager review
*Liaising with tax colleagues on provisions and computations/returns
*Preparing concise audit highlights reports for Manager/Partner
*Reviewing forecasts, challenging assumptions and comparing actuals to prior forecasts
*Managing risk throughout—from planning to completion, including adjusted/unadjusted schedules
About you
You’re a motivated, hands-on auditor who enjoys leading fieldwork, developing people and engaging confidently with clients.
We’re looking for someone with:
*ACA/ACCA (or internationally recognised chartered accounting qualification)
*Proven experience leading audits and reviewing junior work
*Strong technical competence and attention to detail
*Excellent communication skills and a personable, confident manner with clients
*Adaptability, initiative and strong organisational/time-management skills
*The ability to motivate teams, juggle priorities and meet deadlines
Benefits
*Generous annual leave plus three additional days at Christmas
*Option to buy/sell additional holiday
*Hybrid working
*Life cover, critical illness cover, income protection
*Pension scheme
*Wellbeing support (EAP, Digicare+, enhanced absence pay)
*Generous family-related leave and pay
*Wedding and birth vouchers; loyalty awards
*Employee and client referral awards
*Community volunteer scheme; fundraising matching
*Perkbox; eye tests; cycle to work
Flexible benefits (interest-free loans available) for:
*Health assessments, dental, gym memberships
*Cancer screening, genetic wellness tests
*Phones, laptops, tablets, computers, wearables
*Office furniture
*Cycle insurance
*Pet insurance
*Will-writing services