Audit Assistant Manager / Manager

Hawthorne-Finch Talent Solutions Ltd; Bolton; Híbrido; GBP 45 000 - 55 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Health cover

Pension scheme

Annual leave

Resumo da oferta

Hawthorne-Finch Talent Solutions Ltd is seeking an Audit Assistant Manager in the Blackburn area. You will work with Audit Managers and Responsible Individuals, managing audits from planning through to completion and serving as the main client contact for a diverse portfolio.

The role requires ACA/ACCA qualification (or finalist with imminent sign-off) and 3-4+ years of UK audit experience, with strong supervision and client engagement skills.

Qualificações

• ACA or ACCA qualification (or finalist with imminent sign-off).
• 3-4+ years UK accountancy practice experience focused on external audit.
• Strong ability to lead audit engagements, supervise staff, and review work papers.

Responsabilidades

• Lead audit assignments from planning to completion, liaising with clients and RI as needed.
• Review junior work and provide on-the-job training and feedback.
• Maintain high technical standards and ensure audit files meet UK GAAP/ISAs requirements.

Conhecimentos

Audit leadership

UK GAAP

ISAs

Client liaison

Team supervision

Formação académica

ACA/ACCA

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Audit Assistant Manager

Location: Blackburn Area

Salary: £45,000 - £55,000+ DOE

The Opportunity

In this key step-up role, you will work closely with Audit Managers and Responsible Individuals (RIs), taking direct responsibility for managing audit assignments from initial planning through to completion. Serving as a primary point of contact for a diverse client portfolio, you will lead on-site teams, review junior work, and maintain exceptional technical standards. This position is structured to give you high visibility across the practice, offering a clear, supported roadmap to full Audit Manager level.

Key Responsibilities & Requirements

• Qualifications & Experience: ACA or ACCA qualified (or finalist with imminent sign-off) with a minimum of 3-4+ years' UK accountancy practice experience, with significant focus on external audit.
• Technical Mastery: Proven expertise in leading, planning, and executing audit engagements under UK GAAP (FRS 102) and International Standards on Auditing (ISAs).
• Supervision & Quality Control: Strong track record of supervising junior audit staff, conducting technical file reviews, providing on-the-job training, and providing constructive feedback.
• Client Engagement: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the commercial confidence to liaise with client finance directors and business owners throughout the audit lifecycle.

Package & Benefits

• Base Salary & Bonus: £45,000 - £55,000 per annum (dependent on experience and qualification status, aligned with Lancashire practice market rates), plus a performance-related bonus scheme.
• Career Progression: Structured development pathway toward full Audit Manager and Senior Manager levels, backed by fully funded ongoing CPD.
• Work-Life Balance: Supported hybrid working model combining modern Blackburn area office premises with remote flexibility and manageable regional client travel.
• Health & Wellbeing: Comprehensive health cover, generous annual leave allowance, workplace pension scheme, and employee well-being initiatives.