Assistant Manager Audit - Not For Profit

Michael Page Finance; Gloucester; Hybrid; GBP 52,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working arrangements

Career progression

Professional development

Exposure to prestigious charities

Job summary

Michael Page is seeking an Assistant Manager Audit - Not For Profit based in Cheltenham to lead external audits for charity and not-for-profit organisations within the financial services sector. You will work with the Accounting & Finance team to keep engagements organised, accurate and on track.

Working alongside Partners and senior leaders, you will manage a varied portfolio of not-for-profit clients while leading audits from planning through to completion, with significant client exposure and

Qualifications

• ACA, ACCA or ICAS qualified
• Strong external audit experience within a practice
• Sound knowledge of auditing and accounting standards
• Experience managing client relationships and multiple assignments
• Demonstrable people management and coaching skills
• Strong organisational and project management ability
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Experience of charity audits and Charities SORP advantageous
• Genuine interest in the Not-for-Profit sector

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of external audit clients throughout the year
• Build and maintain strong client and stakeholder relationships
• Lead audit assignments from planning through to completion
• Ensure engagements delivered within budgets and timescales
• Act as a principal point of contact for clients
• Prepare and present reports to senior management and Audit Committees
• Manage, coach and mentor audit team members
• Support business development and networking activities
• Contribute to proposals and presentations for new business opportunities
• Assist with wider assurance assignments as required
• Participate in team initiatives and firm-wide projects

Skills

External audit experience

Client relationship management

People management

Project management

Communication skills

Education

ACA/ACCA/ICAS qualified

Job description

As an Assistant Manager Audit - Not For Profit in Cheltenham, you will help deliver audit work for charity and not-for-profit organisations within the Financial Services industry. You will work with the Accounting & Finance team to keep audit engagements organised, accurate and on track.

Client Details

Our client is a leading national accountancy and advisory firm delivering audit, tax, consulting and business advisory services throughout the UK and internationally. Supported by a globally connected network, the firm combines international resources with strong local expertise to help organisations achieve their strategic objectives.

The firm's specialist Not-for-Profit division is one of the most respected teams in the sector, supporting charities, international NGOs, schools, academies, membership bodies, housing associations and grant-making organisations. The team offers the opportunity to work with prestigious clients while contributing to organisations that create meaningful social impact.

Description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Assistant Manager to join a highly regarded Not-for-Profit Audit team.

Working alongside experienced Partners and senior leaders, you will manage a varied portfolio of not-for-profit clients while leading audit engagements from planning through to completion. The role offers significant client exposure, people management responsibility and excellent opportunities for career progression within a market-leading specialist team.

Responsibilities:

• Manage a portfolio of external audit clients throughout the year
• Build and maintain strong client and stakeholder relationships
• Lead audit assignments from planning through to completion
• Ensure engagements are delivered within agreed budgets and timescales
• Act as a principal point of contact for clients
• Prepare and present reports to senior management and Audit Committees
• Manage, coach and mentor audit team members
• Support business development and networking activities
• Contribute to proposals and presentations for new business opportunities
• Assist with wider assurance assignments where required
• Participate in team initiatives, training and firm-wide projects

Profile

• ACA, ACCA or ICAS qualified
• Strong external audit experience gained within practice
• Sound knowledge of auditing and accounting standards
• Experience managing client relationships and multiple assignments
• Demonstrable people management and coaching skills
• Strong organisational and project management ability
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Experience of charity audits and Charities SORP would be advantageous
• Genuine interest in the Not-for-Profit sector

Job Offer

• Permanent Assistant Manager Audit - Not For Profit position based in Cheltenham.
• Salary of £52,000 to £62,000, dependent on the level of experience.
• Clear and structured career progression pathway.
• Exposure to prestigious charity and not-for-profit organisations.
• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
• Exposure to prestigious charity and not-for-profit organisations
• Opportunity to specialise within a leading NFP practice
• Ongoing technical and professional development
• Opportunity to work alongside recognised sector specialists

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.