Accounts and Audit Assistant Manager

Hawthorne-Finch Talent Solutions Ltd; Blackburn; Híbrido; GBP 38.000 - 48.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Hybrid working

Weekly flexitime

Private medical insurance

Pension contribution

On-site parking

Descripción de la vacante

Hawthorne-Finch Talent Solutions Ltd. is recruiting an Accounts & Audit Assistant Manager in Blackburn. The role offers a 75% audit and 25% accounts/advisory mix, with a clear path to Manager and beyond, leadership of a growing team, and strong client relationship ownership.

Ideal candidates will be ACA/ACCA qualified (or finalist), with 3-5 years of UK practice experience, and solid knowledge of UK GAAP (FRS 102) and ISA UK auditing standards, plus a track record in delivering high-quality work.

Formación

• ACA or ACCA qualified (or finalist).
• 3-5 years' UK accountancy practice experience with strong audit exposure.
• Experience at Senior or Supervisor level with oversight of assignments or teams.
• Strong knowledge of UK GAAP (FRS 102) and auditing standards (ISA UK).
• Experience reviewing accounts and audit files.
• Developing commercial awareness including budgeting and client management.
• Excellent communication, organisational and interpersonal skills.
• A proactive, motivated and career-focused mindset.

Responsabilidades

• Manage a portfolio of corporate and owner-managed clients and lead audits from planning to completion.
• Review audit files and accounts for accuracy and regulatory compliance.
• Provide technical support on complex accounting and audit queries.
• Supervise and mentor junior and senior team members; develop training needs.
• Assist with engagement budgeting, billing and ensuring timely delivery.

Conocimientos

Audit leadership

UK audit experience

Client management

Educación

ACA or ACCA qualified (or finalist)

Herramientas

FRS 102 knowledge

Descripción del empleo

Job Description

Accounts & Audit Assistant Manager

Salary: £38,000 - £48,000 + Strong Career Progression

Location: Blackburn (Hybrid Working)

Are you an ambitious audit professional ready to step into a leadership role with real responsibility and progression? This is a fantastic opportunity to join our client's growing audit and advisory team, where you will take ownership of client relationships, develop your leadership skills, and benefit from a clear pathway to Manager and beyond.

If you are currently operating at Senior or Supervisor level and ready for that next step, this role offers the ideal platform within a supportive, forward-thinking environment.

The Role: Accounts & Audit Assistant Manager

Due to continued growth, our client is seeking an Accounts & Audit Assistant Manager to join their Blackburn office.

This is a varied and rewarding role, with approximately 75% audit and 25% accounts and advisory work, providing exposure across a diverse client portfolio.

Key Responsibilities

Client Portfolio & Delivery

• Support the management of a portfolio of corporate and owner-managed business clients
• Lead audits from planning through to completion, ensuring high-quality delivery
• Oversee the preparation and review of year-end financial statements under FRS 102 and FRS 102-1A
• Contribute to advisory projects and value-added client work

Audit & Technical Oversight

• Review audit files and accounts to ensure accuracy and regulatory compliance
• Apply and uphold UK auditing standards (ISA UK)
• Provide technical support on complex accounting and audit queries

Team Leadership & Development

• Supervise and mentor junior and senior team members
• Support the identification of training and development needs
• Contribute to improving process efficiency and service quality

Commercial & Operational Responsibilities

• Assist with engagement budgeting, billing and cost recovery
• Monitor project timelines to ensure efficient delivery
• Build a strong internal network to provide a joined-up client service

Career Progression

• Clear pathway to Manager and Senior Manager roles
• Increasing exposure to portfolio ownership and leadership responsibilities

About You

The ideal candidate will demonstrate:

• ACA or ACCA qualified (or finalist)
• 3-5 years' UK accountancy practice experience, with strong audit exposure
• Experience at Senior or Supervisor level with oversight of assignments or teams
• Strong knowledge of UK GAAP (FRS 102) and auditing standards (ISA UK)
• Experience reviewing accounts and audit files
• Developing commercial awareness including budgeting and client management
• Excellent communication, organisational and interpersonal skills
• A proactive, motivated and career-focused mindset

Working Arrangements

• Based in Blackburn office
• Travel to client sites across Lancashire and North Manchester
• Hybrid working model with flexibility and autonomy
• Flexitime approach to support work-life balance

Learning, Development & Career Progression

Our client is committed to supporting your long-term career growth, offering:

• Structured technical and leadership development programmes
• 6-monthly performance reviews with optional monthly 1-2-1s
• Access to a mentor and internal career coaching
• Training in client advisory, networking and presentation skills
• Opportunities to contribute to departmental and firm-wide initiatives

Comprehensive Benefits Package

You will receive a competitive and flexible benefits package, including:

• £38,000 - £48,000 salary (depending on experience)
• 25 days' holiday + bank holidays
• Office closure over winter period
• Flexible Easter leave policy
• 8% employer pension contribution
• Death in service (4x salary) & income protection
• Hybrid working & weekly flexitime
• Enhanced family-friendly policies
• Private medical insurance options (via salary sacrifice)
• Electric car scheme & cycle to work scheme
• Firm-wide bonus scheme
• Full technical and soft skills training support
• Paid sick leave
• Employee wellbeing support, including financial, legal and health advice
• On-site parking
• Access to a wide range of additional lifestyle and financial benefits

Why Join This Opportunity?

Our client is a well-respected, award-winning accountancy firm with a strong presence across the North West. With a reputation for people development, flexibility and long-term career progression, this is a business that provides the support, trust and opportunity needed to build a successful career in practice.

All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.