Audit Assistant Manager

RSM UK Group LLP.; Southampton; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading audit and consulting firm is seeking an Audit Assistant Manager to join its Southampton office. In this role, you will drive audit engagements, mentor junior staff, and lead client interactions to deliver exceptional service. Ideal candidates will be ACA or ACCA qualified and have experience in assurance tasks within a professional services environment. The company promotes hybrid working and offers extensive development opportunities, 26 days of holiday, and various wellbeing benefits.

Benefits

26 days holiday with options to purchase more

Financial wellbeing benefits

Access to on-demand courses

Hybrid and flexible working

Qualifications

• Previous experience of carrying out assurance-related tasks within a professional services firm.
• Proven experience in producing high-quality assurances.

Responsibilities

• Drive audit engagements and ensure compliance with standards.
• Mentor junior staff and enhance team performance.
• Lead client interactions, delivering exceptional service.
• Identify and resolve audit issues proactively.

Skills

Client handling

Analytical review

Mentoring

Compliance with standards

Education

ACA or ACCA qualified or equivalent

Job description

Job DescriptionAs one of the world's largest networks of audit, tax and consulting firms, RSM delivers big ideas and premium service to help middle-market businesses thrive. We are a fast-growing firm with big ambitions – we have a clear goal to become the premium adviser to the middle market, globally. This vision touches everything we do, motivating and inspiring us to become better every day. If you are looking for a firm where you can build a future and make an impact, then RSM is the place for you.

Make an Impact at RSM UK

At RSM, we celebrate individuality, fresh thinking, flexibility, and collaboration. Our culture not only embraces change but also impacts it. We are not a one-size-fits-all firm and work hard to create an environment where our people can make a difference - to themselves, their career, their teams, and to the success of RSM and our clients.

We are looking for an Audit Assistant Manager to join our Southampton office. The role involves providing on‑site assistance on assurance assignments, ensuring clients receive a quality service in all aspects. As an Assistant Manager you will be a key part of Assurance teams undertaking assignments, including opportunities to lead the on‑site element of the work.

You’ll make an impact by:

• Drive audit engagements and ensure compliance with standards
• Mentor junior staff and enhance team performance
• Lead client interactions, delivering exceptional service
• Identify and resolve audit issues proactively
• Streamline processes for improved efficiency and quality

What we are looking for:

• ACA or ACCA qualified or equivalent
• Previous experience of carrying out assurance‑related tasks within a professional services firm
• Proven experience in client handling and in producing high‑quality assurances
• Experience of an analytical review approach desirable

What we can offer you:

• Within Audit, we promote from within wherever possible, listen to your career goals and aspirations, and support you in your short‑ and long‑term goals
• Hybrid and flexible working
• Work with a wide variety of sectors including life science and technology
• 26 days holiday (with the option of purchasing additional days)
• Lifestyle, health, and wellbeing including financial wellbeing benefits such as financial tools, electric car scheme and access to a virtual GP
• Access to a suite of 300+ courses on demand developed by our in‑house talent development team

Diversity and Inclusion at RSM

At RSM, we want to create a strong sense of belonging so that people of all identities, backgrounds, and cultures feel they can bring their true self to work. Our clients come from all walks of life. We aim to achieve that same diversity of background, experience and perspective in our own teams, so that we can genuinely understand our client’s needs. Diverse teams bring a broader range of ideas and insights to work. That’s why we’re working together to ensure our firm’s principles and processes support a firm culture that embraces difference and strengthens inclusion.