Audit Assistant Manager

Sumer; Bath; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading audit firm in Bath seeks an experienced Audit Assistant Manager to deliver high-quality audit services. In this role, you will manage audit teams, liaise with clients, and ensure compliance with auditing standards. A strong background in accounting (ACA/ACCA) and audit practice is essential. Benefits include competitive salary, health insurance, and flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

Health and wellness benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Competitive salary

Generous support policies

Qualifications

• Experience in an audit and accounts practice, understanding regulatory obligations.
• Proven ability to assess and manage risks effectively.

Responsibilities

• Leading audit teams in engagement with clients.
• Acting as a point of contact during audit engagements.
• Taking responsibility for planning, fieldwork, and reporting.

Skills

Qualified Accountant: ACA/ACCA or equivalent

Audit Practice Experience

Risk Assessment

Effective Time Management

Self-Motivated

Continuous Improvement

Detail-Oriented

Job description

Audit Assistant Manager

Department: Audit

Employment Type: Permanent

Location: Bath

Reporting To: Craig Hatherall

Description

As an Audit Assistant Manager, you'll play a critical role in delivering high-quality audit services to a diverse portfolio of clients including owner managed businesses, sole traders, companies and partnerships from various sectors including charities, manufacturing, healthcare and hospitality. This role offers the opportunity to build strong client relationships while developing your expertise in auditing standards and practices.

Key Responsibilities

• Leading audit teams in engaging with clients to develop an understanding of their business.
• Acting as a regular point of contact for clients during audit engagements, under the guidance of senior team members.
• Taking responsibility for sections of audit engagements, including aspects of planning, fieldwork, and reporting.
• Identifying potential audit issues and raising them with seniors or managers for further investigation.
• Assisting junior team members with queries and contributing to a collaborative team environment.
• Ensuring work is carried out in line with audit methodology and regulatory requirements.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• Qualified Accountant: ACA/ACCA or equivalent
• Audit Practice Experience: experience in an audit and accounts practice, including an understanding of regulatory obligations and quality standards.
• Risk Assessment: experience in identifying and assessing risks and implementing effective controls.

You may be the sort of person who is:

• Effective Time Management: Ability to prioritize and manage workload to meet deadlines.
• Self-Motivated: Able to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Continuous Improvement: Commitment to continuous professional development and staying updated with changes in accounting standards and regulations.
• Detail-Oriented: High level of attention to detail and accuracy.

Benefits

At Monahans, we are dedicated to personal and professional growth, ensuring every team member feels valued and empowered.

As part of the Monahans team, you can expect:

• Competitive salary with regular benchmarking and merit-based reviews.
• Health and wellness benefits including private health insurance, a healthcare cash plan, and an employee assistance program.
• Flexible working arrangements, including homeworking options and the opportunity to buy more annual leave.
• Generous support policies such as enhanced maternity and paternity pay, life assurance, and a pension scheme.
• Additional perks like the myMonahans benefits platform, volunteer leave, social events, and a cycle-to-work scheme.