Assistant Manager Audit

ACCA Careers; Cardiff; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working arrangements

Work-life balance

Career progression opportunities

Life cover

Income protection

Matched pension

24 hour medical service

Job summary

Michael Page is seeking an experienced Assistant Manager Audit in Cardiff to oversee audits and support the delivery of client services within a leading professional services firm. The role emphasizes high-quality outcomes, risk-aware planning and effective team leadership.

You will lead audits from planning to completion, review financial statements under UK GAAP/IFRS, coach junior staff and nurture key client relationships while ensuring timely, compliant delivery.

Qualifications

• Professional accounting qualification (ACA/ACCA or equivalent)
• Experience auditing within the professional services sector
• Strong knowledge of accounting standards and regulations
• Excellent communication and leadership skills
• Organised and detail-oriented with good time management
• Ability to build and maintain client relationships

Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver audit assignments from planning through to completion.
• Design and perform audit procedures in line with ISAs and firm methodology.
• Identify, assess and document audit risks with professional scepticism.
• Review financial statements for compliance with UK GAAP and IFRS.
• Supervise, coach and develop junior team members with ongoing feedback.
• Review work and ensure high-quality audit documentation.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships and act as day-to-day contact.
• Support audit planning activities, including scheduling and resource allocation.
• Monitor budgets, timescales and engagement progress; escalate issues.
• Coordinate with specialists to ensure efficient delivery of audits.
• Prepare client deliverables including audit planning and findings reports.
• Stay updated with accounting/audit/regulatory changes and communicate them to clients.

Skills

Communication skills

Leadership

Attention to detail

Client relationship management

Education

Professional accounting qualification (ACA/ACCA or equivalent)

Job description

As an Assistant Manager Audit, you'll play a key role in overseeing audits and supporting the smooth delivery of client services within the professional services industry. This role is all about ensuring high-quality outcomes and helping the accounting and finance department operate effectively.

Client Details

Our client is one of the UK's leading professional services organisations, providing audit, tax and advisory services to a broad range of businesses, public sector bodies and financial institutions. With more than 5,000 professionals across the UK and access to an extensive international network spanning over 150 markets, they combine global reach with local expertise to help organisations navigate complexity, manage risk and achieve sustainable growth.

The organisation is recognised for its commitment to quality, collaboration and continuous improvement, while fostering an inclusive culture that empowers employees to develop rewarding long-term careers. Their focus on innovation, professional development and work-life balance creates an environment where people are encouraged to challenge convention, build trusted client relationships and make a meaningful impact for businesses and communities alike.

Description

• Lead and deliver audit assignments from planning through to completion.
• Design and perform audit procedures in line with International Standards on Auditing (ISAs) and firm methodology.
• Identify, assess and document audit risks while applying professional scepticism and sound judgement.
• Review financial statements for compliance with applicable accounting standards, including UK GAAP and IFRS.
• Supervise, coach and develop junior team members, providing ongoing feedback and support.
• Review work completed by associates and ensure high-quality audit documentation is maintained.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships, acting as a key day-to-day contact throughout engagements.
• Support audit planning activities, including scheduling, resource allocation and client meetings.
• Monitor budgets, timescales and engagement progress, escalating issues where appropriate.
• Coordinate with specialists and internal stakeholders to ensure efficient delivery of audit engagements.
• Prepare and contribute to client deliverables, including audit planning and audit findings reports.
• Stay current with changes in accounting, auditing and regulatory requirements and communicate relevant developments to clients.
• Ensure compliance with risk management, ethical and quality control procedures.
• Support the wider growth and success of the audit practice through collaboration and knowledge sharing.

Profile

A Successful Assistant Manager Audit Should Have

• A professional accounting qualification (e.g., ACA, ACCA, or equivalent).
• Previous experience in auditing within the professional services industry.
• Strong technical knowledge of accounting standards and regulations.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• An organised and detail-oriented approach to managing tasks and deadlines.
• The ability to build and maintain strong client relationships.

Job Offer

• Nationally competitive salary commensurate with experience
• Hybrid and flexible working arrangements.
• A strong focus on work-life balance.
• Clear career progression opportunities.
• Life cover
• Income protection
• Matched pension
• 24 hour medical service

I am welcoming applications from qualified audit professionals for this brilliant opportunity in Cardiff.

People are at the heart of Michael Page. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment. As an inclusive recruiter we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities and experiences. If you require any adjustments or accommodations during the recruitment process, we'll work with you to ensure you can perform at your best.