Audit Assistant Manager

Michael Page Finance; Lancaster; Hybrid; GBP 33,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model (2/3 days in office)

Generous holiday allowance

Professional growth opportunities

Job summary

Michael Page Finance is seeking an ambitious Audit Assistant Manager to join its Audit & Assurance team. The role offers hybrid working with 2/3 days in the office and the chance to lead audit assignments across a diverse client portfolio.

You will develop leadership skills, mentor junior staff, and work closely with Managers and Partners from planning through to completion on UK statutory audits.

Qualifications

• ACA or ACCA qualification (or be qualified by experience).
• Strong technical knowledge of UK auditing and accounting standards.
• Experience supervising and reviewing the work of junior staff.
• Excellent communication and client relationship skills.
• Strong organisational abilities and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Lead audit assignments for a varied portfolio of clients.
• Plan, coordinate and review audit work.
• Manage on-site and remote audit teams.
• Review statutory accounts and audit files.
• Identify risks and ensure compliance with auditing standards.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships.
• Mentor junior team members and support Managers/Partners with business development.

Skills

Audit leadership

Client relationship skills

Planning & oversight

UK auditing standards

Proactive problem solving

Education

ACA or ACCA qualification

Job description

A well-established and growing independent accountancy practice is seeking an ambitious Audit Assistant Manager to join its expanding Audit & Assurance team. This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified audit professional looking to develop their leadership skills while working with a diverse client portfolio across a range of sectors.

Client Details

With offices in Bolton and Blackburn, this growing firm offers a supportive, collaborative environment where career progression is encouraged and achievements are recognised. Hybrid working is on offer.

Description

As an Audit Assistant Manager, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality audit services while supporting the development of junior team members. You will work closely with Managers and Partners, taking ownership of audit assignments from planning through to completion.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading audit assignments for a varied portfolio of clients.
• Planning, coordinating and reviewing audit work.
• Managing on-site and remote audit teams.
• Reviewing statutory accounts and audit files.
• Identifying risks and ensuring compliance with relevant auditing standards.
• Building and maintaining strong client relationships.
• Supporting and mentoring junior team members.
• Assisting Managers and Partners with business development and practice growth initiatives.

Profile

The successful candidate will ideally have:

• ACA or ACCA qualification (or be qualified by experience).
• Previous experience within an accountancy practice audit environment.
• Strong technical knowledge of UK auditing and accounting standards.
• Experience supervising and reviewing the work of junior staff.
• Excellent communication and client relationship skills.
• Strong organisational abilities and attention to detail.
• A proactive and commercial approach to problem-solving.

Job Offer

• Competitive salary up to £55,000.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• A supportive and collaborative working environment.
• Flexible working arrangements to promote work-life balance (hybrid working - 2/3 days in the office).
• Generous holiday allowance and additional benefits in line with company policy.