Manage a portfolio of clients of variable sizes across different industries.
Proactively manage client expectations and be point-of-contact for clients. Working closely with Financial Controller/Director or Senior Executive levels in managing the audit specific requirements.
Manage international reporting process both to Group Auditors and from Component Auditors
Proactively manage client expectations and be point-of-contact for clients
Coordinate and project manage the allocation of staff resources to jobs
Lead teams on the planning; execution; and completion of audits
Provide technical auditing and accounting assistance to team members and clients
Report directly to senior manager/director on engagements
Assist with managing the team’s financial performance e.g. agreeing and billing of fees; cash collections; monitoring recoverability of WIP etc
Participate in the coaching, mentoring and appraisal of staff
Manage and coordinate the pitch/proposals for new work

ACA or ACCA with minimum 3 years PQE
Can demonstrate strong technical auditing and accounting skills, including knowledge of the ISAs and accounting standards FRS100 to FRS102 and IFRS
Proven management skills and behaviours
A strong market/commercial awareness
Understands the operational aspects of managing an audit team and be accountable for results
Strong communication skills and client service ethos.
Adaptable to change.

Audit Manager

Key skills