Audit Team Leader - Leatherhead

Ref: 1851 Date Posted: Monday 30 Jun 2025

📍 Location: Leatherhead, Surrey
💼 Full-time | Permanent | Hybrid Working
💰 Competitive Salary + Study Support/Benefits


A leading accountancy practice in Leatherhead is seeking an experienced and motivated Audit Team Leader to join their growing team. This is a fantastic opportunity for an ACA part-qualified or newly qualified auditor looking to step up into a more senior, supervisory role within a supportive and forward-thinking firm.


The Firm:

This well-respected firm works with a wide-ranging client base, including owner-managed businesses, UK subsidiaries of international groups, and high-growth SMEs across sectors such as retail, technology, and professional services. The team offers a high-quality, partner-led service and values collaboration, technical development, and work-life balance.


The Role:

You’ll play a key role in the audit team, leading fieldwork, supervising junior staff, and working closely with managers and partners to deliver high-quality audits. You'll be exposed to a wide variety of audit and accounts work, with plenty of opportunity to take on more responsibility and progress.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Leading audits from planning through to completion

  • Supervising junior staff and reviewing their work on-site and in the office

  • Liaising directly with clients and building strong relationships

  • Preparing and reviewing statutory accounts under FRS 102

  • Working with managers on risk assessments and audit planning

  • Supporting ACA trainees and contributing to their development

  • Ensuring work is delivered within deadlines and to a high technical standard


About You:

  • ACA part-qualified or newly qualified (or equivalent)

  • Experience working in audit within an accountancy practice (essential)

  • Strong technical knowledge of FRS 102 and UK audit standards

  • Good communication and leadership skills

  • A team player with a proactive and positive attitude

  • Confident managing client relationships and leading fieldwork


What’s on Offer:

  • Competitive salary based on experience

  • Flexible and hybrid working

  • Study support for ACA if required

  • Clear route for progression into management

  • Supportive, people-focused culture with regular team events

  • Accessible Leatherhead location with free parking and good transport links


Interested in leading audits with a respected, forward-thinking firm in Surrey?
Get in touch to find out more or apply now for a confidential discussion.