Audit Assistant Manager

The One Group; Peterborough; Hybrid; GBP 44,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected national accountancy practice in Peterborough is seeking an Audit Assistant Manager to lead audits from planning to completion, manage client portfolios, and support a collaborative audit team. The role offers a competitive salary of up to £52,000, hybrid working options, and extensive benefits including 33 days holiday and development support. Ideal candidates will possess an ACA or ACCA qualification and have strong audit experience. Join a firm that values its people and encourages professional growth.

Benefits

Hybrid working with flexible hours

33 days holiday including bank holidays

Access to 24-hour Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• ACA or ACCA qualification with solid post‑qualification audit experience.
• Strong technical knowledge and sound understanding of risk‑based auditing.
• Confidence in managing teams and reviewing work effectively.

Responsibilities

• Leading audits from planning through to completion.
• Managing your own client portfolio and building strong relationships.
• Reviewing work prepared by seniors and juniors.

Skills

Solid post-qualification audit experience

Strong technical knowledge

Excellent communication skills

Client-handling skills

Detail-focused and organised

Education

ACA or ACCA qualification

Job description

The ONE Group are delighted to be partnering with a highly regarded national accountancy practice, known for its strong local presence and people‑first approach, in their search for an Audit Assistant Manager to join their growing Peterborough Office.

This is a people‑focused firm that truly invests in its team, where your ideas matter, your development is taken seriously, and you'll have the freedom to grow your career your way.

You'll be joining a collaborative audit team that partners with a broad portfolio of clients, from ambitious owner‑managed businesses to established national organisations. This isn't a place where you'll get lost in the hierarchy; it's a supportive environment where your input is valued and your work has real impact.

What you’ll be doing:

• Leading audits from planning through to completion, ensuring high‑quality delivery every time.
• Managing your own client portfolio, building strong and lasting relationships.
• Reviewing work prepared by seniors and juniors, offering constructive feedback and mentoring where needed.
• Preparing budgets, managing workloads, and ensuring key deadlines are met.
• Supporting clients with broader advisory needs and identifying opportunities to add value.
• Staying up to date with accounting standards (FRS 102, SORP, etc.) and ensuring best practice across your audits.

What you’ll bring:

• ACA or ACCA qualification with solid post‑qualification audit experience.
• Strong technical knowledge and a sound understanding of risk‑based auditing.
• Confidence in managing teams and reviewing work effectively.
• Excellent communication and client‑handling skills; you’re approachable, proactive, and commercially aware.
• Organised, detail‑focused, and comfortable managing multiple deadlines.

What’s in it for you:

• Hybrid working with flexible core hours, and two home‑working days per week after your 6‑month probation.
• Salary of up to £52,000 DOE.
• 33 days holiday including bank holidays, with the option to buy or sell up to 5 days.
• A competitive salary and recognition programmes for exceptional performance.
• Clear progression paths, with structured development and support to help you reach your next career milestone.
• Access to a 24‑hour Employee Assistance Programme including counselling and virtual GP services for you and your family.
• A genuinely supportive culture that celebrates success and values its people.

If you’re ready to take the lead on exciting audit projects and work with a firm that’s as invested in your future as you are, then please contact Megan Lemmon at The ONE Group.