Audit Assistant Manager

Crowe Watson Recruitment; Cardiff; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

Strong company pension

Hybrid working

Job summary

Crowe Watson Recruitment is partnering with a leading Chartered Accountants firm in Cardiff to recruit an Audit Assistant Manager. The role involves planning, executing and finalising audits across a diverse client base, with hybrid working and progression towards Manager level.

The successful candidate will support junior staff, liaise with clients, and contribute to delivering high-quality audit services within a supportive culture.

Qualifications

• Hands-on audit planning, execution and finalisation of assignments.
• Strong technical audit knowledge including UK GAAP and IFRS.
• Excellent communication and client relationship management skills.
• Proven ability to manage and develop junior staff.
• Experience in a UK practice environment.

Responsibilities

• Plan, execute and complete audit assignments for a varied client portfolio.
• Review work of junior team members on-site and remotely.
• Liaise directly with clients to build strong working relationships.
• Report audit findings to Partners and Managers with clear recommendations.
• Support training and development of trainee staff.

Skills

UK GAAP IFRS

Client relationship mgmt

Audit knowledge

UK Practice experience

Staff development

Education

ACA or ACCA qualified

Job description

An excellent opportunity has arisen with a leading firm of Chartered Accountants in Cardiff, currently seeking an Audit Assistant Manager to join their expanding team, working in partnership with Crowe Watson Recruitment, offering flexible working, a strong company pension, and much more. The successful candidate will take on a varied and rewarding role, working closely with Audit Managers and Partners across a diverse portfolio of clients spanning multiple sectors. You will play a key part in planning, executing, and finalising audits, while also supporting the development of junior team members.

This firm is well regarded for its supportive culture and clear progression pathways, making it an ideal environment for someone ready to step up into a management role. With hybrid and flexible working arrangements, a competitive benefits package, and a clear route towards Manager level, this role offers long-term stability and growth within a well-established and highly regarded practice.

What is the day-to-day of the role:

• Planning, executing, and completing audit assignments across a varied client portfolio
• Managing and reviewing the work of junior team members on-site and remotely
• Liaising directly with clients to build strong working relationships
• Reporting audit findings to Partners and Managers with clear recommendations
• Supporting the training and development of trainee and junior staff

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• ACA or ACCA qualified, or equivalent
• Previous experience working within a UK Practice environment
• Strong technical audit knowledge, including UK GAAP and IFRS
• Excellent communication and client relationship management skills
• Proven ability to manage and develop junior staff

Benefits:

• Flexible working arrangements
• Strong company pension
• Clear route towards Manager level
• Hybrid working and long-term stability

You might not meet all the criteria, but if you are passionate about developing yourself and your career, we'd love to hear from you.

Please note, we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role.