Audit and Accounts Assistant Manager

Christopher Brian Recruitment Limited; Maidenhead; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hybrid working

Strong social culture

Company events

Competitive package

Job summary

A progressive recruitment agency in the UK is seeking an experienced audit and accounts professional to join their team. This hands-on role offers the chance to lead various assignments for a diverse clientele, including both UK owner-managed businesses and international groups. Ideal candidates will be ACA or ACCA qualified with solid experience in audit and account preparation, aiming to enhance their careers in a modern, supportive environment. Flexible hybrid working and clear progression pathways are available.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in audit and accounts preparation within a UK practice.
• Ability to manage assignments from planning through to completion.
• Experience supporting junior staff.
• Ability to work from home

Responsibilities

• Lead audit and accounts assignments.
• Prepare and review complex accounts under various reporting standards.
• Manage audit engagements from planning to completion.
• Assist in delivering high-quality client engagements.
• Reviewing the work of junior team members and providing feedback.
• Liaising directly with clients and building strong working relationships

Skills

ACA or ACCA Qualified

Audit experience

Accounts preparation experience

Excellent communication skills

Problem-solving abilities

Job description

The Opportunity:

This is a hands-on, varied role offering exposure to a broad client base, including UK owner-managed businesses and international groups. Whether you're newly qualified or looking for a step up into a more senior, managerial position, this is a great opportunity to develop your career within a modern, forward-thinking firm.

• Flexible hybrid working
• Strong culture - very social, positive, and a great team environment!
• Clear progression pathways
• Work with a diverse mix of UK and international clients

What You'll Be Doing:

• Leading a variety of audit and accounts assignments
• Preparing and reviewing complex accounts under a range of reporting standards - FRS 102, 102 1A, 105
• Leading audit engagements from beginning to end, including all aspects of planning, fieldwork, and completion.
• Preparing/reviewing management accounts and corporate tax returns
• Reviewing the work of junior team members and providing feedback
• Liaising directly with clients, building strong working relationships
• Assisting in planning and delivering high-quality client engagements

You'll play a key role in delivering exceptional service while continuing to develop technically, with the support of a wider team and resources.

What We're Looking For:

• ACA or ACCA Qualified
• Solid experience in both audit or accounts preparation within UK practice
• Confident managing assignments from planning through to completion
• Strong review skills and experience supporting junior staff
• Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities
• Work from home
• Company events
• Competitive package

Apply today for immediate consideration - we'll come back to you ASAP!