Audit Assistant Manager

Page Personnel; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Flexible hours

Career progression

Job summary

Page Personnel is seeking an Audit Assistant Manager in Manchester to lead audits for a diverse client portfolio, oversee fieldwork, and mentor junior staff. The role requires strong client-facing skills, excellent organisation, and a proactive mindset to progress within a growing firm.

Hybrid/flexible working is on offer with ongoing professional development and opportunities for career advancement within the team.

Qualifications

• Qualified ACA/ACCA or finalist with audit experience
• Proven audit leadership in accountancy practice
• Excellent client-facing and communication skills
• Strong organisational skills and ability to manage multiple assignments

Responsibilities

• Lead audit assignments for a varied client portfolio
• Manage fieldwork and review audit files
• Liaise directly with clients and build strong working relationships
• Supervise, mentor and develop junior team members
• Assist with audit planning, budgeting and resource allocation
• Identify opportunities to add value and improve client service
• Support Managers and Partners with business development initiatives where appropriate

Education

ACA/ACCA qualification

Job description

A growing top 15 firm with a brilliant presence across the North of England. This role is based in their Manchester office.

Job Description

Key responsibilities of the Audit Assistant Manager:

• Leading audit assignments for a varied client portfolio.
• Managing fieldwork and reviewing audit files.
• Liaising directly with clients and building strong working relationships.
• Supervising, mentoring and developing junior team members.
• Assisting with audit planning, budgeting and resource allocation.
• Identifying opportunities to add value and improve client service.
• Supporting Managers and Partners with business development initiatives where appropriate.

The Successful Applicant

The ideal Audit Assistant Manager will have:

• ACA or ACCA qualification (or be finalist level with relevant experience).
• A strong background within audit gained in an accountancy practice environment.
• Experience leading audits and supervising junior staff.
• Excellent communication and client-facing skills.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple assignments.
• A proactive approach and desire to progress within a growing firm.

What's on Offer

Audit Assistant Manager Offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Hybrid and flexible working arrangements.
• Clear and structured career progression opportunities.
• Exposure to a diverse and interesting client portfolio.
• Ongoing professional development and training.