Audit and Assurance Senior / Assistant Manager

Butler Rose; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

Private medical insurance

Contributory pension scheme

Employee share scheme

Flexible working

Cycle to work scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

Butler Rose Ltd in Cambridge is seeking an Audit & Assurance Senior / Assistant Manager to join their growing team. This role involves leading audit engagements, preparing statutory accounts, and mentoring junior staff. Successful candidates will hold ACA, ACCA, ICAS or CA qualifications, have experience in UK accountancy practices, and possess strong communication skills. The company offers a supportive culture with flexible, hybrid working options and a comprehensive range of benefits including private medical insurance and a contributory pension scheme.

Qualifications

• Part-qualified or fully qualified in ACA, ACCA, ICAS or CA.
• Proven experience in planning and leading external audits.
• Motivated and organised approach to work.

Responsibilities

• Plan and lead audit engagements and manage onsite teams.
• Prepare statutory accounts and draft tax computations.
• Act as a key point of contact for clients and resolve queries.
• Review work completed by junior team members.
• Coach and mentor junior staff.
• Ensure assignments are delivered within budgets and timelines.

Skills

Client-facing confidence

Excellent communication skills

Strong working knowledge of UK GAAP and FRS 102

Experience using audit software

Education

ACA, ACCA, ICAS or CA qualification

Tools

Audit software (e.g. Caseware)

Microsoft Office

Job description

Audit & Assurance Senior / Assistant Manager
Cambridge
£40,000 - £58,000

A highly regarded, top 50 accountancy firm is seeking an Audit & Assurance Senior or Assistant Manager to join its growing Cambridgeshire team. The firm offers a varied client portfolio spanning technology, professional services, not‑for‑profit organisations and larger corporate groups. This role provides excellent exposure to diverse audit assignments alongside accounts and tax work, within a flexible and supportive working environment that encourages both professional development and work‑life balance.

Role Responsibilities

• Plan and lead audit engagements, including managing onsite teams.
• Prepare statutory accounts and draft tax computations.
• Act as a key point of contact for clients, resolving queries and escalating where necessary.
• Review work completed by junior team members prior to manager review.
• Coach, mentor and provide feedback to junior staff.
• Ensure assignments are delivered within agreed budgets and timelines.

Personal Requirements

• ACA, ACCA, ICAS or CA part‑qualified or fully qualified.
• Proven experience planning and leading external audits within a UK accountancy practice.
• Strong working knowledge of UK GAAP and FRS 102.
• Confident in client‑facing situations with excellent communication skills.
• Experience using audit software (e.g. Caseware) and Microsoft Office.
• Motivated, organised and keen to progress professionally

Benefits

• 25 days annual leave, with the option to buy/sell up to 5 days.
• Private medical insurance (Assistant Manager level).
• Contributory pension scheme.
• 4x life assurance.
• Employee share scheme.
• Family‑friendly policies, including paid time off for dependants.
• 2 paid volunteering days per year.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) with additional perks and discounts.
• Flexible, hybrid working.

If you're looking to take the next step in your audit career within a supportive and forward‑thinking firm, apply now.

Butler Rose is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. Butler Rose Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.