Audit Assistant Manager

Michael Page (UK); Addlestone; Hybrid; GBP 38,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Michael Page is seeking an Assistant Manager to lead audit assignments in Leigh On Sea. You will plan, coordinate and deliver audits, review financial records, and prepare clear documentation for reporting and follow-up actions.

The role requires presenting audit outcomes to stakeholders within Accounting & Finance, monitoring timelines, and ensuring accurate reports. This is a permanent position with focus on delivering high-quality audit work.

Qualifications

• Experience in planning and delivering audit assignments.
• Strong knowledge of reviewing financial records and audit evidence.
• Ability to prepare clear, well-organised audit documentation.
• Confidence in reviewing findings and explaining them in plain language.
• Experience of managing audit timelines and prioritising work effectively.
• Ability to produce accurate reports based on audit outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate audit assignments to meet deadlines.
• Review financial records and supporting documents to identify key audit findings.
• Prepare clear audit documentation to support reporting and follow-up actions.
• Discuss audit findings with colleagues and propose practical next steps.
• Monitor progress of audit work and address delivery issues.
• Review completed audit files for completeness and clarity.
• Present audit outcomes to stakeholders across Accounting & Finance.

Skills

Audit planning

Audit delivery

Reviewing financial records

Audit documentation

Presenting audit outcomes

Managing timelines

Report production

Job description

• Permanent Assistant Manager position
• Fantastic opportunity for a growing business

About Our Client

The organisation operates in the Financial Services industry in Leigh On Sea.

Job Description

• Plan and coordinate audit assignments to keep work on track and meet agreed deadlines.
• Review financial records and supporting documents to identify key audit findings.
• Prepare clear audit documentation that supports accurate reporting and follow-up actions.
• Discuss audit findings with relevant colleagues and help agree practical next steps.
• Monitor the progress of audit work and address issues that may affect delivery.
• Review completed audit files to ensure they are complete, clear and ready for reporting.
• Present audit outcomes in a straightforward format for stakeholders across Accounting & Finance.

The Successful Applicant

A successful Assistant Manager should have:

• Experience of planning and delivering audit assignments.
• Strong knowledge of reviewing financial records and audit evidence.
• Ability to prepare clear, well-organised audit documentation.
• Confidence in reviewing findings and explaining them in plain language.
• Experience of managing audit timelines and prioritising work effectively.
• Ability to produce accurate reports based on audit outcomes.

What's on Offer

• Permanent Assistant Manager position in Leigh On Sea.

People are at the heart of Michael Page. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment. As an inclusive recruiter we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities and experiences. If you require any adjustments or accommodations during the recruitment process, we'll work with you to ensure you can perform at your best.