Audit Manager

Audit Manager London Hybrid

Your new company
A dynamic and forward-thinking London-based accountancy firm, part of a wider professional services group, is seeking an Audit Manager to join its growing audit team. The firm is well regarded for delivering high-quality audit, tax and advisory services to a diverse SME client base and is known for its collaborative culture and people-focused approach.
Your new role
As Audit Manager, you will lead and develop a nonperforming audit team, manage key client relationships and oversee the delivery of audit engagements from planning through to completion. You will play a key role in maintaining technical quality and compliance, improving processes and contributing to the continued growth of the audit practice.
This is a hands-on management role with exposure to a varied client base, offering the opportunity to act as a trusted adviser and to influence both team development and wider strategic initiatives.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Leading, managing and coaching audit teams to deliver high-quality engagements
• Overseeing all phases of audit assignments in line with professional and regulatory standards
• Reviewing audit work to ensure technical accuracy and consistency
• Building and maintaining strong client relationships at manager and director level
• Advising clients on audit, risk and financial reporting matters
• Identifying opportunities for business development and contributing to proposals
• Collaborating with internal teams to enhance processes and ways of working
• Supporting the development and progression of team members

What you'll ideally need to succeed

• ACA / ACCA qualified (or equivalent)
• Strong external audit background within UK practice
• Proven experience leading audit teams and managing client portfolios
• Solid technical knowledge of risk-based auditing and audit methodology
• Commercial mindset with the ability to add value beyond compliance
• Familiarity with audit and accounts software (e.g. CaseWare or similar) is beneficial

What you'll get in return

• A management-level role within a growing and ambitious firm
• Competitive salary and performance-related reward
• Pension, private medical cover and life assurance
• Flexible working and a supportive work-life balance
• Ongoing professional development and clear career progression

What you need to do now
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