GPN Recruitment are delighted to be working with a reputable accountancy firm for their Reading office who are looking to engage an experienced Audit Senior on a temporary basis to support on a key client assignment.


This opportunity has arisen due to increased workload and a busy audit schedule, with the firm continuing to win new business and expand their client base.


Please apply now if this role is of interested and learn more below:


The Role:
You will be supporting on the audit of a large private company within the retail sector, working closely with the Director to ensure a smooth and efficient audit process.
The audit itself is relatively straightforward in structure, with a focused scope and clear areas of responsibility.


Key areas will include:
*Leading fieldwork on a large private company audit
*Focusing on core audit areas including:
*Stock
*Bank
*Turnover
*Cost of sales
*Supporting with ensuring full and accurate financial statement disclosures
*Working closely with a Partner or Director, providing reassurance on technical areas where required
*Potentially liaising directly with the client where needed


The Firm:
*Reputable accountancy firm for their Reading office
*New work regularly being secured
*Collaborative and hands-on environment with direct Partner/Director exposure
*Opportunity for continued work beyond the initial assignment


Candidate Profile:
*ACA / ACCA qualified (or equivalent)
*Strong audit background within UK accountancy practice
*Experience auditing large private companies is essential
*Confident across core audit areas and financial statement disclosures
*Able to work autonomously while integrating into a small team


Assignment Details:
*Location: Reading, Berkshire
*Duration: 3–6 months initially
*Start: Immediate / short notice preferred
*Potential for extension depending on pipeline and performance


If you are an experienced Audit Senior available at short notice and keen to take on a high-impact assignment with a growing firm, please apply now and we will be in touch as soon as possible.


Please apply now.