Assistant Audit Manager (Hybrid) – Lancashire

Bennett & Game Recruitment Ltd.; Lancashire; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days' annual leave

8% employer pension contribution

Private medical insurance

Hybrid and flexible working

Free on-site parking

Performance bonus

Enhanced family-friendly policies

Cycle-to-work scheme

Job summary

Bennett & Game Recruitment Ltd. is seeking an Assistant Manager for Audit, Accounting & Advisory based in Blackburn or Bury, Lancashire. The role focuses on statutory audits (about 75%) with oversight of year-end accounts and ad hoc advisory work.

The successful candidate will be ACA/ACCA-qualified with strong external audit experience, capable of managing clients and junior staff, and comfortable working in a hybrid setup across Lancashire and North Manchester.

Qualifications

• ACA/ACCA qualified or equivalent.
• Strong external audit experience.
• Experience managing clients and teams; or significant audit supervisor experience.
• Knowledge of FRS 102 and FRS 102 1A reporting requirements.

Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee statutory audit assignments for a varied portfolio of corporate clients.
• Review and deliver high-quality audit and accounts files within deadlines.
• Oversee year-end accounts preparation and provide support on technical accounting matters.
• Prepare and review financial statements under FRS 102 and FRS 102 1A.
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships as a trusted adviser.
• Collaborate with directors, partners and colleagues across the firm.
• Support the audit department's running and mentor junior team members.
• Identify opportunities to improve quality, efficiency and internal processes.
• Contribute to training needs and deliver technical training to junior staff.
• Assist with budgeting for client assignments and oversee invoicing.

Skills

Audit experience

Client relationships

Communication

Budgeting

Team management

Training juniors

Education

ACCA/ACA qualification

Job description

Bennett & Game Recruitment Ltd. is seeking an Assistant Manager for Audit, Accounting & Advisory based in Blackburn or Bury, Lancashire. The role focuses on statutory audits (about 75%) with oversight of year-end accounts and ad hoc advisory work.

The successful candidate will be ACA/ACCA-qualified with strong external audit experience, capable of managing clients and junior staff, and comfortable working in a hybrid setup across Lancashire and North Manchester.