Audit & Accounts Manager

Ballards LLP; Droitwich Spa; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading firm of chartered accountants in Droitwich Spa is looking for an Audit & Accounts Manager to join their Corporate team. This role offers hybrid and flexible working, competitive salary, and a comprehensive benefits package. Responsibilities include managing a diverse range of accounts and audit clients, ensuring client satisfaction, and supporting team development. Ideal candidates will be ACA/ACCA qualified with strong audit experience and communication skills.

Benefits

Flexible working

25 days annual leave

Career progression

Electric Car scheme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Life Assurance

Group Personal Pension Plan

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• In-depth audit experience with a varied client base.
• Deliver clear presentations to clients.
• Ability to manage deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Passion for excellent customer service.

Responsibilities

• Oversee accounts and audit clients ensuring high-quality service.
• Engage with clients to plan audit engagements.
• Evaluate draft financial statements for accuracy.
• Manage billing for your portfolio of clients.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Attention to detail

Client relationship management

Ability to prioritise tasks

Education

ACA / ACCA qualified

Job description

About the role

Ballards LLP are an award-winning firm of chartered accountants based in Droitwich, Worcester, and Birmingham. With a modern approach to accountancy and a passion for providing excellent client service, Ballards provides a wide range of accountancy services across a variety of sectors.

Due to business growth, we currently have a new opportunity for an Audit & Accounts Manager to join our Corporate team. With a competitive salary, flexible and hybrid working, and a broad benefits package, this role is an integral part of the audit function, which has grown considerably, and has real scope for progression.

The Audit & Accounts Manager will work as part of a wider team and directly with clients; with a large and varied client base - including those in manufacturing, tech, agriculture, and healthcare - the work is diverse, and no day is the same.

About the role

• Oversee a diverse range of accounts and audit clients for partners, ensuring high-quality service and client satisfaction.
• Engage with clients to plan and schedule audit and account engagements.
• Evaluate draft financial statements, providing insightful notes and commentary for partner discussions.
• Examine audit files and financial statements, offering detailed feedback for RI review.
• Ensure the prompt completion and filing of year-end financial statements and company tax returns.
• Handle billing for your portfolio of clients efficiently.
• Create strong client relationships, responding promptly to requests and maintaining excellent communication.
• Organise and manage advisory and administrative tasks (tax, management consultancy, business advisory, etc.) for clients.
• Enhance portfolio performance by meeting and exceeding department KPIs.
• Play a key role in developing our corporate business stream members by training associates, providing constructive feedback, and coordinating with line managers on trainee performance.
• Assist in managing junior team members, from graduates to qualified seniors, ensuring high motivation and delivering exceptional client work. Maintain and update development plans through regular appraisals.
• Actively support and encourage diversity and equality within our teams, and an inclusive work environment.

About you

• ACA / ACCA qualified
• Strong communication skills - both verbal and written.
• In-depth audit experience within a varied client base, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and high standards.
• Deliver clear and compelling presentations that communicate complex information effectively to clients and stakeholders.
• Demonstrate the ability to prioritise tasks effectively, managing deadlines and client needs in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent attention to detail
• A passion for providing excellent customer service

About the rewards

• Hybrid and flexible working
• 25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays
• Career progression
• Electric Car scheme
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Life Assurance
• Group Personal Pension Plan
• Flexible Holiday Purchase Scheme
• Enhanced Family Pay - maternity, paternity, parental, and compassionate leave
• Employee Assistance Programme - 24/7 confidential helpline as well as online support