Assistant Audit Manager

LHH; Preston; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

LHH in Preston is seeking an Audit Assistant Manager/Manager to lead audit engagements for SME, owner-managed and not-for-profit clients. The role requires technical proficiency, business development mindset and the ability to manage a small team of 3-4 staff.

You will be the main client contact, oversee planning to completion, and contribute to the firm's growth through pitches and opportunities within existing relationships. UK auditing standards knowledge essential.

Qualifications

• Experience managing multiple audits and deadlines
• Strong knowledge of UK auditing and accounting standards
• Background in general practice

Responsibilities

• Manage and deliver audit engagements from planning through to completion
• Directly line manage 3-4 team members
• Act as main point of contact for a portfolio of clients including not-for-profit and SME/owner managed businesses
• Contribute to business development through pitches, tenders and identifying opportunities within existing client relationships

Skills

People management

Business development

Client relationship management

Attention to detail

Education

ACA/ACCA qualified

Job description

Audit Assistant Manager/Manager

Location: Preston

Sector Focus : - SME/Owner Managed Businesses & Not for Profit

Salary: circa £45k-£65K

Our client, a leading independent firm across the North West (and nationally) are seeking an Audit Assistant Manager or Manager to join their established and growing practice. The role is best suited to someone who is not only technically highly proficient but also engaged, confident and commercially minded, with a genuine interest in client relationships and business development. The role is pitched at Manager level with short term progression to RI status, understudying the existing management team with the aim to lead the audit offering of the firm.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and deliver audit engagements from planning through to completion
• Act as the main point of contact for a portfolio of clients including not for profit and SME/owner managed businesses and professional practices
• Directly line manage 3-4 team members

Play an active role in business development, including:

• Involvement in pitches and tenders
• Identifying opportunities within existing client relationships
• Developing commercial confidence and visibility within the firm
• Ad hoc non audit related projects, including due diligence work and problem solving accounting issues
• Assisting with the firm's Audit Quality Control process

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• ACA/ACCA qualified
• Operating at Audit Manager level
• High level familiarity with UK auditing and accounting standards
• Background in general practice
• Experience managing multiple audits and deadlines concurrently
• Commitment to audit quality and attention to detail
• Experience of managing SRA Accounts Rules Reviews would be an advantage, but not mandatory

Please note that we welcome applications from professionals of all backgrounds, however, we are sadly unable to accept applications from candidates who require visa sponsorship to work in the UK.