Audit & Accounts Manager | Buckinghamshire | circa. £70K + bonus

Owen Gardner Talent; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 59,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A top accountancy practice in Beaconsfield, UK is seeking an Audit & Accounts Manager to manage a portfolio of clients and oversee audit and accounting assignments. The successful candidate will have ACA or ACCA qualifications and at least 2 years of managerial experience in a UK accountancy practice. This role offers a competitive salary and excellent benefits in a collaborative environment focused on employee development.

Benefits

28 days holiday plus bank holidays

Private Health Insurance

Auto Enrollment Pension Scheme

Monthly team socials

Enhanced maternity/paternity/adoption leave

Qualifications

• 2+ years of Manager experience in audit (70%) and accounts (30%) within a UK accountancy practice.
• Ability to manage a client portfolio independently.
• Experience supervising and reviewing the work of junior staff.

Responsibilities

• Manage a varied portfolio of audit and accounts clients.
• Plan audit and accounts assignments.
• Allocate responsibilities and support junior staff.

Skills

Technical expertise

People management skills

Client communication

Attention to detail

Proficiency in accounting software

Education

ACA or ACCA qualified (or equivalent)

Tools

CCH Accounts Production

CCH Audit Automation

CCH Practice Management

Outlook

Job description

Overview

Audit & Accounts Manager | Buckinghamshire | circa. £70K + bonus

Position

Position: Audit & Accounts Manager

Salary: circa. £70,000 + excellent benefits package

Location: Beaconsfield, United Kingdom (hybrid)

Company Overview

A highly regarded and multi award-winning, top 100 accountancy practice with a longstanding presence in the industry. The firm provides comprehensive services across audit, accounting, tax, and advisory, and is known for its collaborative team culture, focus on employee development, and commitment to client service excellence.

What’s in it for you

• 28 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Monthly visits from a massage therapist
• Weekly biscuits, snacks & fruit deliveries
• Social events monthly team socials, summer/winter celebrations
• Private Health Insurance
• Private Medical Insurance
• Auto Enrollment Pension Scheme
• Professions subscriptions paid
• Enhanced maternity/paternity/adoption leave
• Employee assistance program (counselling, legal & medical support)

Role Overview

The Audit & Accounts Manager will be responsible for managing a portfolio of clients, overseeing the delivery of audit and accounting assignments from planning through to completion. This role requires both strong technical expertise and effective people management skills. The successful candidate will work closely with senior leadership and play a key role in client relationship management, quality assurance, and staff development. You will be working within a supportive environment where youll be encouraged to develop and progress. Your individual efforts and contributions are recognised and rewarded, bringing further opportunities for career development and progression.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a varied portfolio of audit and accounts clients, ensuring high-quality delivery within deadlines and budgets.
• Plan audit and accounts assignments, overseeing the execution of fieldwork and reviewing work completed by the team.
• Allocate responsibilities, provide guidance to junior staff, and support their technical development.
• Prepare and finalise statutory financial statements in accordance with UK GAAP.
• Maintain active communication with clients, providing updates, addressing queries, and offering value-added insights.
• Contribute to proposals and pricing for potential new clients or expanded engagements.

About You

• ACA or ACCA qualified (or equivalent).
• 2 years + Manager experience in audit (70%) and accounts (30%) within a UK accountancy practice.
• Demonstrated ability to manage a client portfolio independently.
• Experience supervising and reviewing the work of junior staff.
• Proficiency in using audit and accounting software (CCH Accounts Production, CCH Audit Automation), Outlook and CCH Practice Management.
• Strong technical knowledge of UK accounting standards and auditing regulations.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to quality.
• Organised, with the ability to manage multiple assignments simultaneously.
• Confident in client-facing situations, with a professional and approachable manner.
• Proactive, solution-focused, and commercially aware.