Assistant Manager

TN United Kingdom; Farnborough; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Audit Assistant Manager to join their vibrant Farnborough audit team. This role offers the opportunity to manage a diverse client portfolio while contributing to the development of upcoming audit talent. You will benefit from a supportive environment that emphasizes career growth, work-life balance, and competitive benefits. If you are an ambitious professional looking to elevate your career in a dynamic setting, this position is perfect for you. Join a company that values its employees and fosters a culture of excellence and innovation.

Benefits

33 days annual leave

Private Medical Cover

Private Pension Matching Scheme

Employee Referral Bonus

Agile Working

Learning and Development opportunities

Career Coaching

Employee Assistance Programme

Enhanced Parental & Family Leave

Volunteering Scheme

Qualifications

• At least four years’ experience in an accountancy practice.
• Strong technical understanding of accounting and auditing standards.

Responsibilities

• Manage an audit-focused client portfolio and oversee financial statements preparation.
• Engage in business development and maintain key client relationships.

Skills

Communication Skills

Project Management

Technical Accounting Knowledge

Problem Solving

Education

ACA / ACCA qualified or equivalent

Tools

CaseWare

Mercia

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We are looking for an Audit Assistant Manager to join our growing Farnborough audit department and manage a client portfolio. You will join an established, friendly team and can expect full support and excellent career development opportunities. We are open to a qualified Senior seeking a step up or an experienced Audit Assistant Manager.

This role is suited for an ambitious candidate who embraces our core values, supports the audit partners, helps our clients achieve their goals, and develops our audit team.

This role reports to Charlotte; you may find out more about her.

Why join Menzies?

• We are a UK-based recognized employer of choice with offices in London, Surrey, Hampshire, and South Wales (Cardiff).
• Join our family of employees. Be a member, not just a number!
• We offer a dynamic, rewarding environment with exposure to diverse clients and industries.
• Our package and benefits are highly competitive.
• Work-life balance is part of our culture.
• We believe in developing our staff throughout their careers.

Key Duties & Responsibilities:

• Manage an audit-focused client portfolio.
• Oversee the preparation of financial statements under FRS and IFRS.
• Attend and contribute to client meetings.
• Complete audits with minimal supervision and within deadlines.
• Manage and develop upcoming audit talent.
• Handle financial management of your portfolio, including WIP, billing, and debt management.
• Engage in business development, maintaining key contacts and fostering new relationships.
• Maintain technical knowledge and independently research issues to develop solutions.

The Person:

• ACA / ACCA qualified or equivalent.
• At least four years’ experience in an accountancy practice.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to build strong client and team relationships.
• Ability to manage complex projects and multiple stakeholders.
• Strong technical understanding of accounting and auditing standards.
• Experience leading group audits and preparing consolidated accounts.
• Experience with CaseWare or Mercia is desirable.
• Ability to build trusted relationships with clients and colleagues.
• Produce high-quality work to a good technical standard.
• Strong organizational skills to prioritize high volumes of work.
• Proactively identify and resolve problems to keep assignments on budget.
• Identify growth opportunities within existing clients and know when to involve other service lines.
• Contribute to team development, providing day-to-day support on technical and other matters.
• Travel requirements: based in Leatherhead, mainly at client sites in Leatherhead and surrounding areas.

Key Benefits we offer, including but not limited to:

• Competitive base salary (regular market research ensures competitiveness).
• 33 days annual leave including bank holidays.
• Annual leave buy and sell scheme.
• Private Medical Cover for all employees (trainees can opt in via salary sacrifice).
• Private Pension Matching Scheme: we match employee contributions of 2.5-5% with an additional 3% contribution.
• Employee Referral Bonus up to £10 for successful placements.
• Reimbursement for one professional subscription annually.
• Dress for your day policy—wear what’s appropriate for your workday.
• Life Assurance at 4x your salary.
• Group Income Protection: 75% of salary if long-term sickness exceeds 6 months.
• Agile Working: flexible working arrangements to suit individual needs.
• Learning and Development opportunities, including Study Support.
• Career Coaching for managers and above.
• Better Place to Work initiative focusing on DEI and wellbeing programs.
• CSR Programme: involvement in charity and community activities.
• Employee Assistance Programme: confidential support for mental health, legal, and financial advice, available 24/7.
• Paid sick leave to support health issues.
• Free health checks and flu jabs.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Enhanced Parental & Family Leave: paid maternity, paternity, adoption, and shared parental leave, subject to eligibility.
• Volunteering Scheme: up to 2.5 days paid leave annually for volunteering.
• Season Ticket Loan.

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