Senior

Professional practices in Plymouth

Are you a qualified or part-qualified ACA/ACCA audit professional looking to take the next step in your career? At PKF Francis Clark, you'll have the opportunity to lead interesting and varied audit assignments, develop strong client relationships, and mentor junior colleagues, all while enjoying a genuine work-life balance and clear progression opportunities.

We've been recognised as one of the Top UK Employers for Development within the Workplace by Great Place to Work , reflecting our commitment to supporting ambitious people throughout their careers.

As part of our Professional Practices team, you'll work with a diverse portfolio of law firm clients and gain strong sector specialist knowledge . You'll be joining a collaborative team where you'll have the autonomy to make an impact while benefiting from the support and expertise across the firm. Experience with law firm clients would be beneficial but is certainly not essential as training on sector specific matters will be provided.

Planning and delivering statutory audits for a portfolio of law firm clients

Leading audit assignments from planning through to completion

Managing audit teams on-site and remotely, ensuring quality and deadlines are met

Building and maintaining trusted relationships with clients and key stakeholders

Identifying technical and commercial issues and providing practical solutions

Supporting managers and partners with complex assignments and advisory projects

Reviewing work prepared by junior team members and providing constructive feedback

Coaching, mentoring and developing trainees and qualified colleagues

Preparing audit files and reports for manager and partner review

Contributing to the continued growth and development of the Professional Practices team

ACA or ACCA qualified/part-qualified

Strong statutory audit experience gained within a professional practice environment

Experience leading audits and managing client relationships

Knowledge of UK GAAP (FRS 102) and audit methodology

Able to manage your own workload and prioritise effectively

Strong communication skills with the confidence to engage with clients and colleagues at all levels

A collaborative approach and a genuine interest in developing others

Professional, client-focused and commercially aware

Comfortable using modern audit and accounting software

Full clean driving licence and access to a car

As the largest firm of independent chartered accountants and business advisers in South West England, PKF Francis Clark offers a wide range of opportunities to develop your career in the way that’s right for you.

Established in 1919, we’ve grown to nearly 1,000 people across offices in Bristol, Exeter, Plymouth, Poole, Salisbury, Southampton, Taunton, Torquay and Truro. Our size means we can offer ambitious work with exciting clients and a friendly, supportive culture.

We want you to belong, be yourself and do your best work as part of a forward-thinking team, with a flexible approach to hybrid working and a strong focus on wellbeing, learning and development.

For the past four years, PKF Francis Clark has been certified as a Great Place to Work and ranked among the UK’s Best Workplaces, rising to 6th out of 100 large organisations.

We’re a top 10 Best Workplace for Women, as well as being ranked for Wellbeing, Development, and Consulting and Professional Services. These rankings are compiled by Great Place to Work, based on confidential, independent feedback from our people. In addition, we’re one of The Sunday Times Top 100 Apprenticeship Employers.

Being a Certified B Corp means we’re held to high standards for environmental and social performance. We’re independently assessed to ensure we support our people, act responsibly and make long-term decisions that balance people and planet.

We’re proudly independent, while collaborating internationally through the PKF Global family of firms. Together we’re the 13th largest provider of accountancy services in the UK, with connections to like-minded advisers in 150 countries.

Group personal pension to help you build your future savings through employer and employee contributions

Group life assurance providing cover up to four times your basic annual salary

Group income protection available after six months’ service

Health cash plan giving money back on everyday health costs, with free cover for up to four dependent children (up to age 24 in full‑time education) and the option to add a partner or spouse

Counselling and emotional support for you and your immediate family

Virtual GP and second opinion services for you and your immediate family

Access to trained Mental Health First Aiders for confidential, peer to peer support

Cycle to work scheme, with the option to purchase a bike and accessories up to £4,000*

Discounted membership at gyms, pools and studios across the UK

Digital health and wellbeing tools available through the employee health cash plan

Support for colleagues experiencing menopause, as part of our Menopause Workplace Pledge, including webinars and a dedicated Microsoft Teams channel for ongoing support

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If you don't have an up-to-date CV or if you would like an informal chat about the role before applying then please contact James Beck on: [email protected] .

PKF Francis Clark is an Equal Opportunities employer with a strong and passionate commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We’re dedicated to fostering a work environment that supports, inspires, and respects all individuals. We do not discriminate based upon age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, or any other applicable legally protected characteristic.

We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and all aspects of employment at PKF Francis Clark are based on merit, qualifications, and business needs. We’re committed to providing reasonable adjustments or accommodations for applicants, so if you need assistance or support during the recruitment process please let us know. We promise to reply to all applications.