Audit And Accounts Manager

Bennett and Game Recruitment LTD; Bingley; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading independent accountancy practice in West Yorkshire seeks an Audit and Accounts Manager to manage a diverse portfolio of clients. This permanent position offers a salary of £50,000 - £60,000, a supportive team culture, and opportunities for career progression. Key responsibilities include leading audits, mentoring junior staff, and building client relationships. Ideal candidates will be ACA/ACCA qualified with over 5 years' experience in a UK accountancy practice.

Benefits

35-hour working week

Holiday package: 23 days + Christmas party day

Salary sacrifice pension scheme

On-site parking

Supportive team culture

Qualifications

• 5+ years' audit and accounts experience within a UK accountancy practice.
• Proactive and client-focused with confidence in managing client relationships.
• Full UK driving licence required.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a varied portfolio of audit and accounts clients.
• Plan, execute, and finalise audit and accounts assignments.
• Supervise and mentor junior team members.

Skills

Communication skills

Leadership

Organizational skills

Technical knowledge of UK standards

Education

ACA/ACCA qualified

Job description

Audit and Accounts Manager - West Yorkshire - GP45294

A long-established and reputable independent accountancy practice in West Yorkshire is seeking an Audit and Accounts Manager to support its expanding audit and account's function. The firm is known for its strong technical capability, modern culture, and commitment to developing talent internally. With a diverse client base and a forward-thinking approach, this permanent role offers excellent long-term prospects within a stable and supportive environment.

Audit and Accounts Manager Job Overview

• Lead and manage a varied portfolio of audit and accounts clients across multiple sectors.
• Plan, execute, and finalise audit and accounts assignments in line with UK auditing and accounting standards.
• Supervise, support, and mentor junior team members, contributing to their ongoing development.
• Review audit and accounts work, ensuring technical accuracy and high-quality deliverables.
• Attend client and prospect meetings, building strong, trusted relationships as a key adviser.
• Work collaboratively with directors and internal departments to deliver an exceptional client experience.
• Contribute to business development activities and support the firm's strategic growth initiatives.
• Assist directors with ad-hoc advisory assignments and special projects.
• Manage work in progress, billing, and fee agreements across your portfolio.

Audit and Accounts Manager Job Requirements

• ACA/ACCA qualified (or equivalent).
• Ideally 5+ years' audit and accounts experience within a UK accountancy practice.
• Strong technical knowledge of UK auditing and accounting standards.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and organisational skills.
• Proactive, client-focused, and confident in managing client relationships.
• Full UK driving licence required.

Audit and Accounts Manager Salary & Benefits

• Salary: 50,000 - 60,000, depending on experience.
• 35-hour working week with hybrid and flexible working arrangements.
• Holiday Package: 23 days + day for Christmas party + Close on Christmas eve + 8 BH
• Salary sacrifice pension scheme and benefits package.
• Supportive, inclusive team culture with strong focus on wellbeing and professional development.
• Clear opportunities for long-term career progression within an ambitious independent firm.
• Modern offices with on-site parking.
• Regular social and team-building events.

Bennett & Game Recruitment is acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries. We are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy, and in accordance with GDPR by applying you are granting us consent to process your data, contact you about the services we offer, and submit your CV for the role you have applied for.