Audit Assistant Manager

TPF Recruitment; England; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private medical insurance

Generous holiday package

Hybrid working model

Job summary

A leading firm of chartered accountants in Southampton seeks an Audit Assistant Manager to oversee audit processes and ensure high-quality client service. The ideal candidate will hold an ACA, CA, or ACCA qualification with strong auditing and communication skills. This role offers a competitive salary of £50,000 - £55,000 and a hybrid working model, fostering professional growth within a collaborative team environment.

Qualifications

• Qualified ACA, CA, or ACCA with experience in auditing.
• Demonstrable experience in a professional services firm.
• Strong communication skills for internal and external interactions.

Responsibilities

• Establish relationships with key client contacts.
• Plan, perform, and complete audit assignments.
• Provide efficient, proactive service to clients.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Team supervision

Proactive monitoring

Education

ACA, CA, or ACCA qualification

Job description

Job Description

TPF Recruitment is pleased to represent a leading firm of chartered accountants located in Southampton. This firm is a prominent professional services firm in the UK, who offer a comprehensive range of financial and professional services tailored for individuals, family trusts, professional intermediaries, charities, and businesses.

Their award‑winning services are made possible by an exceptional team. Join them on their mission to provide access to top‑tier advice for everyone, no matter where they are in their financial journey.

We are seeking a talented individual to join the Audit team in Southampton. As an Audit Assistant Manager, you will be responsible for planning, performing, and completing the audit process for various assignments. You will ensure clients receive high‑quality service through effective resource management and coordination with relevant departments.

Key Responsibilities

• Establish relationships with key client contacts.
• Provide efficient, proactive service to exceed client expectations.
• Identify issues and resolve them in collaboration with the client Partner or Director.
• Maintain awareness of the commercial aspects of clients' businesses and their impact on our work.
• Identify and highlight opportunities for the firm from work undertaken.
• Regularly discuss progress with clients, propose solutions to any challenges, and ensure reasonable expectations are met.

Requirements

• ACA, CA, ACCA qualification, or equivalent.
• Demonstrable audit and accounts experience in a professional services firm.
• Strong communication skills for both internal and client interactions.
• Experience in supervising and delegating work to others.
• Ability to motivate staff to achieve optimal performance.
• Strong organizational skills to manage multiple assignments simultaneously.
• Proactive cost monitoring against budget for individual clients.

Benefits

• Salary circa £50,000 - £55,000 per annum. Negotiable.
• Private medical insurance
• Hybrid working model (role dependent)
• Generous holiday package

Please contact Joe Potter on 01882206677 (tel), 07386668225 (mob), [e-mail], or via LinkedIn for a confidential conversation.

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