Audit Assistant Manager

Cowgills, part of the Sumer Group; Bolton; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the accounting sector is seeking an Audit Assistant Manager to join their dynamic team. In this pivotal role, you will lead and manage audit assignments, ensuring compliance with quality standards while mentoring junior staff. This position offers a unique opportunity to develop strong client relationships and contribute to a culture of excellence. With a focus on professional growth, you will benefit from flexible working arrangements and a supportive environment that fosters career advancement. If you're passionate about delivering high-quality audit services and thrive in a collaborative setting, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Flexible working

Life assurance

Pension

Access to counselling services

Subsidised health

Incredible development and career growth

Qualifications

• Qualified Accountant with ACCA/ACA or equivalent.
• Proven experience in audit and accounts with regulatory standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead on-site audits from planning to completion.
• Develop client relationships and ensure satisfaction.

Skills

Qualified Accountant (ACCA/ACA)

Audit Practice Experience

Risk Awareness

Client Interaction

Team Leadership

Technical Knowledge (FRS/IFRS)

Problem-Solving

Software Proficiency (CaseWare/CCH)

Education

ACCA/ACA or equivalent qualification

Tools

CaseWare

CCH

Job description

Department: Audit

Location: Bolton

Description

As one of the region’s leading independent chartered accountants and business advisors, Cowgills has the expertise and knowledge to provide you with a full-service offering. Our independence ensures that we can tailor our approach to suit our clients’ individual needs. We have over 200 talented, committed and engaged employees, totally focused on delivering financial guidance and growth strategies to our clients.

The Role

As an Audit Assistant Manager, you will support the management and delivery of audit assignments from planning to completion, working closely with managers, senior managers, and directors. You will play a key role in coordinating with clients, overseeing audit tasks, and ensuring high-quality work. Additionally, you will mentor and guide junior team members on engagements, provide constructive feedback, and contribute to the efficient execution of day-to-day audit operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead on-site audits, implementing agreed plan, through to completion, co-ordinating on-site resources, allocating the team to tasks and timescales for completion.
• Lead on audit quality, ensuring adherence and compliance with company practice and auditing standards
• Work closely with audit juniors, reviewing their work and supporting them in the development of their role
• Responsible for on-site audit findings report, identifying and documenting any areas of concern/risks identified by audit team, emphasising relevant messages, and submitting for review
• Develop good client relationships, in order to adapt approach and communication and ensure client satisfaction
• Understand the impact on client relationship where there are multiple services offered across Cowgills to same client and works with the rest of the teams to ensure a great client experience
• Offer support to team members and across other teams, sharing knowledge as appropriate and personally getting involved
• We’re looking for colleagues who want to learn and expand on their own knowledge identifying where work overlaps; identifying potential areas of conflict and opportunities and taking actions to maximise cross-team working
  
  
  

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• Qualified Accountant: ACCA/ACA or equivalent qualification
• Audit Practice Experience: Proven experience in audit and accounts, with a solid understanding of quality and regulatory standards.
• Risk Awareness: Familiar with risk assessment and effective control measures within the audit process.
• Client Interaction: Skilled in managing client relationships and addressing their needs effectively.
• Team Leadership: Capable of guiding and supporting junior staff, fostering a productive team environment.
• Technical Knowledge: Up-to-date with relevant accounting and auditing standards, including FRS and IFRS.
• Problem-Solving: Strong analytical skills, with the ability to identify issues and suggest practical solutions.
• Software Proficiency: Experience with CaseWare and CCH is beneficial but not required.
  

You may be the sort of person who has:

• Effective time management: ability to prioritize and manage workload to meet deadlines.
• Organisational skills: keeps things in order and plans effectively
• Collaborative: works well with others to achieve common goals, and build client relationships
• Good communication skills: able to convey information clearly and effectively.
• Initiative / Accountability: takes proactive steps and shows a willingness to take on responsibilities.
  
  
  

Benefits

• People join Cowgills because of the positive and enjoyable culture that our people create, we can guarantee you’ll really love working here
• Flexible working
• Life assurance
• Pension
• Incredible development and career growth
• List of benefits including, access to counselling services and subsidised health