Audit Assistant Manager

Grant Thornton (UK); Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Grant Thornton in Milton Keynes is seeking an experienced audit professional to lead audits, manage client engagements and deliver high-quality financial statements. You will oversee fieldwork, mentor junior staff and collaborate with senior management to improve processes and insights.

This role requires a professional qualification (ACA/ICAS/CA/ACCA/CIPFA), strong knowledge of UK GAAP/FRS102, and proven project management skills. Flexible working options are available within a supportive team.

Qualifications

• Professional qualification required (ACA/ICAS/CA/ACCA/CIPFA).
• Proven experience leading audits of varying sizes.
• Excellent knowledge of UK GAAP/FRS102.
• Extensive experience using audit software and Microsoft Office.
• Strong project management and client-relations skills.
• Ability to discuss client challenges with business understanding.

Responsibilities

• Become a trusted business advisor to clients, focusing on quality and reputation.
• Project manage client work and oversee all aspects of audit fieldwork and completion.
• Lead onsite audit teams, preparing and reviewing financial statements and updating management.
• Build and maintain strong working relationships with team members and clients, providing support to junior staff.
• Continuously push yourself and the business forward, with support throughout each stage.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Client relationship management

Critical thinking

Strong business understanding

Education

Professional qualification (ACA, ICAS, CA, ACCA or CIPFA)

Tools

Audit software

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

Grant Thornton is a leading professional services firm that delivers audit, tax and advisory services, empowering clients with strategic insight and genuine partnership.

Location

The role is based in Milton Keynes, UK, offering excellent transport links to London, Birmingham, Oxford and Cambridge.

Responsibilities

• Become a trusted business advisor to clients, focusing on quality and reputation.
• Project manage client work and oversee all aspects of audit fieldwork and completion.
• Lead onsite audit teams, preparing and reviewing financial statements and updating management.
• Build and maintain strong working relationships with team members and clients, providing support to junior staff.
• Continuously push yourself and the business forward, with support throughout each stage.

Qualifications

• Professional qualification (ACA, ICAS, CA, ACCA or CIPFA).
• Confidence in leading audits of varying sizes.
• Excellent knowledge of UK GAAP / FRS102.
• Extensive experience using audit software and Microsoft packages.
• Project management experience.
• Interest in maintaining and developing technical knowledge.
• Strong business understanding and ability to discuss client challenges.

Flexible Working

Flexible working options are available, including reduced hours, job shares, shorter contracts, and a supportive flexible working framework.