Audit Semi Senior

  • Crowe Watson Recruitment
  • Leicester, Leicestershire
  • May 18, 2026
Full time Accounting

Job Description

Are you an ambitious audit professional looking to take the next step in your career? Crowe Watson Recruitment is proud to be partnering with a leading firm of Chartered Accountants in Leicester, seeking a talented Audit Semi Senior to join their highly regarded team. This is a fantastic opportunity to build on your existing experience within a firm that genuinely invests in its people, offering flexible working, a competitive company pension, and much more to support both your professional and personal life.

This well-established firm has built an enviable reputation across the East Midlands for delivering outstanding audit and assurance services to a varied and interesting client portfolio. As an Audit Semi Senior, you will work closely with experienced colleagues on a wide range of assignments, gaining exposure to clients across multiple sectors. The firm prides itself on a supportive and collaborative culture, where structured career progression and continuous learning are actively encouraged at every level.

Crowe Watson Recruitment is a specialist recruiter dedicated exclusively to accountancy practice, with a strong track record of connecting talented professionals with outstanding firms across the UK. Working with Crowe Watson means you will receive honest, expert guidance throughout the process, ensuring the right fit for both you and your next employer. If you are looking to join a firm where your contribution is valued and your development is taken seriously, this could be the perfect next move.

You might not meet all the criteria, but if you are passionate about developing yourself and your career, we'd love to hear from you.

Crowe Watson is acting as an Employment Agency. References to pay rates are indicative and salary is dependent on experience.

Key Responsibilities
  • Assisting in the planning, execution, and completion of audit assignments for a diverse portfolio of clients
  • Preparing and reviewing working papers, ensuring compliance with relevant accounting standards and firm procedures
  • Building and maintaining strong client relationships, acting as a key point of contact during fieldwork
  • Supporting junior members of the team and contributing to a positive and collaborative working environment
  • Assisting with the preparation of statutory accounts and other related compliance work as required
Requirements
  • ACA/ACCA student, with a genuine commitment to completing your professional qualification
  • Must have previous experience working within a UK Practice environment
  • Strong technical knowledge of audit procedures and UK accounting standards
  • Excellent communication skills with the ability to liaise confidently with clients and colleagues at all levels
  • A proactive, self-motivated approach with the ability to manage your own workload effectively