Audit Quality Methodology - Senior Manager - Industry & Services

At Forvis Mazars, we're always looking ahead, for our people, our clients and the wider world. Together, we grow, belong and impact. You'll be supported to learn, explore and develop from day one. We celebrate individuality, encourage bold thinking and believe success comes from working together. With us, you'll belong to your local team, gain global experience, and make a meaningful impact now and in the future.

About The Team:

The audit & assurance methodology team forms part of our firm's Audit Quality Support Team (AQST). AQST delivers the foundations for audit quality in the form of methodology, policies, reviews, coaching support, procedures, templates, guidance, and training.

AQST plays a vital role in supporting our audit practice. It forms part of the firm's system of quality management; is responsible for designing methodologies and tools that ensure compliance with auditing and ethical standards and other requirements applicable to audit and assurance engagements; and supports the audit service line in its delivery of engagements that comply with the firm's methodologies and related risk management policies and procedures.

As an Audit Quality Senior Manager, you will form part of the audit & assurance methodology team. You will specialise in the development of methodology and other supporting tools, templates, and guidance to support our audit teams, with particular focus on audits of entities in non-financial services sectors.

What You'll Do:

The methodology team contributes to the delivery of high-quality audits through influencing the development of the global audit methodology applied by all firms in the Forvis Mazars Group and developing content for the UK firm. In particular, you will:

• Lead on, or support, the delivery of UK audit methodology projects, including the development of tools, templates, and training.
• Respond to technical consultations from the audit service line on the application of the firm's audit methodology, and quality assure consultation responses prepared by others in the team.
• Respond to ad hoc queries from the audit service line on methodology related matters.
• Perform reviews of technical training content developed by the audit learning and development team.
• Keep up to date with audit and assurance developments to consider how the firm can best adapt proactively to changes on the horizon.

What You'll Bring:

• ACA / CA / ACCA (or equivalent) qualification.
• A passion for quality and helping audit teams to develop their knowledge and audit and assurance skills.
• Strong experience of working on audits of PIEs and listed entities, and of entities operating in the privately-owned sector.
• Strong experience of performing controls-based audits.
• Experience of working on complex audits and audits of international groups.
• Strong practical and theoretical knowledge of UK auditing, ethical, and accounting standards, including IFRS.
• Currently operating at senior manager level.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple work commitments, and to meet targets and deadlines.
• Experience of managing others.
• Ability and willingness to challenge and influence more senior individuals and peers.
• Experience of developing audit software desirable, but not essential.
• Experience with data analytics and other technological developments in audit desirable, but not essential.

What We Offer:

Forvis Mazars is a leading global professional services network delivering quality across audit, tax, advisory and consulting. We're united by a shared purpose and a strong sense of belonging, with a culture rooted in inclusion, responsibility, and collaboration. With us, you'll be empowered to shape your career, contribute your ideas, and make a difference from day one.

We embrace individuality and encourage everyone to bring their whole selves to work. Whether you're looking to stretch your potential, build meaningful relationships or be part of a diverse, forward-thinking team, this is a place where you can thrive.

Salaries & Benefits:

At Forvis Mazars, we pride ourselves on being a fair and competitive employer, we offer a competitive salary which are based on experience and benchmarking. We have an annual performance-based bonus, and regular salary reviews to ensure you are rewarded for your efforts.

You'll enjoy hybrid working options, allowing you to maintain a healthy work-life balance, along with clear career progression opportunities that will support your growth. Our comprehensive benefits package includes wellbeing support because we believe in taking care of our people. Does this sound like the kind of place where you can thrive?

Location:

London Office – Located in 30 Old Bailey, London, EC4M 7AU. Moments from City Thameslink, St Paul's and Farringdon stations. Ideally positioned in the heart of the City of London, near major landmarks and law courts.

Ready to Grow, Belong, and Impact? Apply now and join us at Forvis Mazars!