New 2026: Accounts & Audit Senior, £33, 500 – £47, 500, Independent Practice | Dorchester

Clark Wood is a specialist Recruitment Consultancy operating throughout the United Kingdom within the Public Practice Accountancy & Tax sectors. Our core client base consists of Accountancy Practices ranging from Top 10 & Mid-Tier firms through to independent regional firms and sole traders.

Audit & Accounts Senior

Dorchester, Dorset
£33,500 – £47,500 (Dependent on experience and qualifications)

Public Practice recruitment specialists Clark Wood are currently working with a highly regarded independent firm of Chartered Accountants in Dorchester who are looking to recruit an Audit & Accounts Senior to join their growing team.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a firm with an excellent local reputation, known for delivering high-quality client service and building long-standing relationships with owner-managed businesses. The successful candidate will join a supportive environment offering a strong platform for continued development and progression.

Working as an Audit & Accounts Senior, you will undertake a varied and hands-on role, gaining exposure to a diverse client portfolio across multiple sectors. You will play a key part in leading audit assignments and supporting the preparation/review of statutory accounts, whilst also assisting with the supervision and development of junior team members.

The role will include leading audit assignments from planning through to completion, alongside year-end accounts preparation and supporting corporation tax work.

The ideal candidate will be ACA / ACCA Qualified (or at finalist stage) and will have experience working within a UK accountancy practice, with the ability to lead audits and manage a busy workload.

The firm can offer a competitive salary, excellent progression opportunities and a strong work-life balance within a close-knit, professional team.

Duties & Responsibilities:

- Leading audit assignments from planning through to completion
- Preparing audit plans and ensuring audit objectives are met
- Identifying audit risks and contributing to audit planning and fraud discussions
- Overseeing audit fieldwork, reviewing work papers and finalising audit files
- Preparation and/or review of year-end statutory accounts for limited companies
- Supporting the preparation/review of corporation tax returns where required
- Acting as a key point of contact for clients and assisting with client queries
- Supervising and developing junior members of staff
- Skills / Requirements
- ACA / ACCA Qualified or Finalist
- Proven experience working within a UK accountancy practice
- Experience of leading audit assignments
- Strong communication skills and confident client interaction
- Organised, proactive and able to work to deadlines

Culture & Values My client is committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion, fostering an environment where all individuals are valued and encouraged to reach their full potential. The firm values technical excellence, integrity, enthusiasm, and collegiality, providing a workplace where professionals can thrive while delivering outstanding client service.

For further information on this role please contact David Elliot at Clark Wood – david@clark-wood.co.uk / DD: +44 (0) 117 329 1058 | Mobile: +44 (0) 7358 908463

This role is ideal for candidates with relevant experience in a UK accountancy practice. Unfortunately, we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this position.

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