Audit & Accounts Senior

We are a well-established chartered accountancy firm operating in both the UK and South Africa, recognised for delivering high-quality audit, accounts, tax, payroll, and business advisory services. Our clients include small and medium-sized enterprises, partnerships, and sole traders across a wide range of industries.

We pride ourselves on a people-first culture, strong client relationships, and a commitment to doing things properly. By embracing modern systems, best practices and flexible working, we create an environment where our team can develop professionally while delivering outstanding service to clients in both the UK and South Africa.

Role Overview

We are seeking a highly capable Audit & Accounts Senior, fully qualified CA(SA), to join our team in a 100% remote capacity. This role suits a self-driven professional with strong technical expertise who can manage audit engagements and accounts preparation independently while collaborating effectively with a distributed team.

You will be responsible for delivering high-quality audit and financial reporting work for a diverse client portfolio, while maintaining excellent communication and service standards in a remote working environment.

Key Responsibilities

Audit:

• Lead audit engagements from planning through to completion in a remote setting

• Prepare and review audit working papers in line with ISA requirements

• Identify audit risks and design appropriate audit procedures

• Review work prepared by junior team members and provide remote coaching and feedback

• Draft audit findings, management letters, and audit reports

• Liaise with clients via video calls, email, and shared platforms to resolve queries

Accounts & Reporting:

• Prepare and review statutory financial statements (FRS102)

• Ensure compliance with Companies Act and relevant accounting standards

• Review trial balances, reconciliations, and supporting schedules

• Assist with consolidations where required

• Support year-end and periodic reporting deadlines

Client & Team Interaction:

• Act as a primary client contact on engagements

• Manage deadlines, budgets, and deliverables independently

• Support and mentor junior team members remotely

• Contribute to continuous improvement of remote audit and reporting processes

• Assist managers and partners with ad-hoc technical and advisory work

Key Requirements:

• Qualified Chartered Accountant (SA) – CA(SA) (essential)

• Completed SAICA articles

• Strong audit and financial reporting technical knowledge

• Proven experience in audit and accounts preparation

• Ability to work independently and manage multiple engagements remotely

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Strong attention to detail and professional judgement

• Experience with CCH, Xero, QuickBooks, or similar systems (advantageous)

Remote Working Requirements:

• Reliable high-speed internet connection & backup power solution

• Suitable home office setup

• Comfortable working across virtual platforms and time zones

• Strong time management and self-discipline

What’s On Offer:

• Competitive salary, commensurate with experience

• Fully remote working – no office requirement

• Exposure to an international client base

• Supportive, collaborative team culture

• Clear opportunities for career progression