Audit Accounts Manager - £55k plus benefits

Agility Resoucing; Manchester; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Manchester-based firm of chartered accountants is seeking an Audit Accounts Manager to oversee the audit function and support partners in business development. This permanent role offers long-term career progression opportunities and a competitive salary up to £55,000 plus benefits for ACA or ACCA qualified candidates.

Benefits

Career progression opportunities

Potential for partnership

Qualifications

• ACA or ACCA qualified accountant with audit experience.
• Strong communication skills and experience in managing staff.
• Experience in tendering for new business is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Ensure efficient operation of the audit/accounts department.
• Manage staff productivity and uphold work standards.
• Monitor staff chargeability and job stages for progress.

Skills

Communication Skills

Workload Review

Staff Recruitment

Staff Training

Networking

Education

ACA or ACCA qualified

Job description

Location

United Kingdom, Manchester

Job Type

Permanent

Description

Audit Accounts Manager - up to £55k plus benefits

We are working exclusively with a Manchester-based multi-award-winning firm of chartered accountants and business advisors. They provide expert advice in taxation, corporate finance, audit, accounts, payroll, and insolvency.

The firm has been operating for over 70 years and currently operates from landmark offices, employing more than 60 staff with 6 partners. They are one of the region's most established accountancy firms.

The firm is looking to appoint an audit manager who is seeking to advance their career. You must be an ACA or ACCA qualified accountant with experience in workload review, staff recruitment, and training, as well as strong communication skills. Experience in tendering for new business or networking would be advantageous.

This role is a key function of the manager's responsibilities.

• Ensure the efficient and effective operation of the audit/accounts department.
• Manage staff productivity and ensure work standards meet all regulatory and statutory requirements.
• Provide quick turnaround of work while maintaining high professional standards.
• Support partners by freeing up their time for business development activities.
• Attend weekly planning meetings, update, and distribute the planning schedule to the team.
• Monitor Iris job stages to reflect job progress accurately.
• Monitor staff chargeability to ensure proper utilization and recording of work.

What you'll get in return

If you are an ambitious manager seeking long-term career progression and potential partnership, this role offers excellent opportunities.

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