Lead and manage end-to-end audit engagements for mid-to-large-sized clients, ensuring timely and accurate delivery in compliance with UK GAAP, IFRS, and professional standards.
Develop and implement audit strategies, risk assessments and materiality thresholds tailored to client-specific environments and industry dynamics.
Supervise and mentor junior audit staff, providing guidance on technical accounting, audit procedures and professional development.
Coordinate with senior management and external stakeholders, including regulators, tax advisors and client executives, to ensure seamless audit execution.
Prepare and review financial statements, audit reports, and management letters, ensuring clarity, accuracy and compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements.
Identify and communicate key financial risks, internal control deficiencies, and business insights to clients and internal teams.
Contribute to business development initiatives, including client proposals, pitch presentations, and service innovation.
Maintain up-to-date knowledge of evolving accounting standards, regulatory changes and industry trends to ensure audit quality and relevance.
Support internal quality reviews, peer reviews, and firm-wide audit methodology improvements.

Professional qualification in ACA or ACCA with proven experience in audit practice.
Strong working knowledge of UK GAAP and IFRS with demonstrated application in complex audit environments.
Minimum of 5 years of post-qualification audit experience, including significant exposure to financial statement audits of private and public companies.
Proven ability to manage multiple audit engagements simultaneously, meet deadlines and maintain high standards of quality.
Excellent communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills with the ability to influence and collaborate across teams and levels.
Proficiency in audit software (e.g., CaseWare, TeamMate, or similar) and advanced Excel skills.
Strong analytical mindset, attention to detail, and commitment to integrity and ethical standards.
Ability to travel as required for client engagements.
Familiarity with industry-specific audit considerations (e.g. financial services, manufacturing, healthcare or not-for-profit) is advantageous.

Competitive salary of up to £70,000
Opportunities for career advancement and professional development within a supportive and collaborative environment.
Hybrid working
Extensive benefits package

Audit Manager

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