Assistant Manager, Audit (NFP)

C2sgrowth; Cheltenham; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Crowe in the Midlands (UK) is seeking an ambitious Audit Manager to specialise in the not-for-profit sector, delivering high-quality audits for a portfolio of charity clients.

You will lead external audit engagements, manage audit teams, and build strong relationships with clients and committees. The role offers a supportive environment with opportunities to develop within the firm and progress your career in charitable audit.

Qualifications

• Qualified ACA, ICAS or ACCA.
• Strong knowledge of auditing and accounting standards; charity audits are a plus.
• Strong people management skills to coach junior colleagues.
• Interest in the not-for-profit sector.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of external audit clients to deliver year-round service.
• Lead audit teams and ensure work is completed on time and within budget.
• Act as a principal contact for your clients through the year.
• Plan and time-manage your work and client appointments.
• Prepare and present reports to senior management and Audit Committees.
• Mentor audit teams and contribute to business development and proposals.

Skills

Audit knowledge

People management

Not-for-profit interest

Client relationship

Education

ACA/ICAS/ACCA Qualified

Tools

Excel

Word

Job description

We are looking for an ambitious Audit Manager with a passion for thenot for profitsector to join ouraward winningteam based inour Midlands office. You will be joining the leading firm of auditors to the charity sector committed to delivering a quality service to ahigh profileportfolio of clients.

The role will involve working with a variety of charities and other not for profit organisations fromstart upsto well established, prestigious clients within the sector (including INGOs, grant makers, schools, academies, membership organisations, professionalbodiesand housing associations), many of whom are top 100 charities or household names.

This isa great opportunityfor anyone that is looking to specialise and grow within the sector. You will be working alongside experienced partners in a dynamic and growing team, within a supportive and approachable environment. Your role will be challenging andvariedand you will be encouraged to take on responsibilities and offered excellent opportunities to quickly develop and progress further within the firm.

Responsibilities

Assistant Managersare responsible forcoordinating their team, and for managing projects and multiple assignments ina timelyand effective manner.

• Managing a portfolio of external audit clients to deliver ayear roundservice including building andmaintainingstrong working relationships with clients and colleagues.
• Managinga number ofaudit teams and ensuring planned work is completed within the agreed budget and timescales from planning through to completion.
• Act as a principal contact for your clients through the year delivering a proactive service.
• Be able to work to tight deadlines taking responsibility for your work and multi-tasking in an organised manner. You must time plan your own work and client appointments.
• Preparation and presentation of reports to senior management and Audit Committees/Boards.
• Direct, coach and mentor audit teams toassistthem in the delivery of engagements.
• Be proactive in Business Development activities and developing,maintainingand monitoring your own network.
• Involvement in proposals and presentations for new work.
• Potential for involvement in the provision of wider assurance services to clients.
• Participate in team and firm wide activities and training opportunities.

Technical skills, experience & knowledge:

• Qualified ACA, ICAS or ACCA.
• A good working knowledge of Excel and Word.
• Strong technical knowledge ofauditing and accounting standards.and experience of Charity audits and thenot for profitsector, including the Charities SORP is an advantage, although not essential.
• Strong people management skills enabling you to support, coach and mentor more junior colleagues.
• An interest in thenot for profitsector.

Why choose Crowe?

Whatever career you choose, whether in audit, tax, marketing or HR, we can offer you a rewarding and clear career pathway, designed to help you develop your existing talents as well as discovering new ones, positioning you to make a meaningful difference to our ever-growing and varied client base.

At Crowe we foster a collaborative and inclusive culture, and we will encourage,supportand guide you on an exciting professional journey of self-discovery.

We value innovation and welcome those committed to making a difference for ou rcommunities, colleagues, and clients. With access to expert knowledge, continuou s learning, competitive salaries, and flexible benefits, you will have the tools to build a rewarding career.

We are committed to diversity in our teams, equalopportunityand merit-based progression. We promote a healthy working environm ent withanagilewor king approach alongside dedicated wellbeing support, helping our people to thrive both professionally and personally.