Audit assistant manager or audit senior

TN United Kingdom; Manchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Audit Assistant Manager or Senior in Manchester. This role is pivotal in bridging senior management and junior staff while delivering exceptional client service. You'll lead technical reviews, manage audit teams, and cultivate client relationships, all while ensuring compliance with professional standards. With a focus on career progression, this position offers a unique opportunity to develop your skills in a supportive environment that values collaboration and professional growth. Join a top firm known for its commitment to excellence and robust career development pathways.

Benefits

Top firm benefits

Access to many schemes

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Strong audit experience with ACA, ACCA, or equivalent qualification.
• Proven ability to manage complex audit engagements.

Responsibilities

• Review and challenge work papers prepared by junior team members.
• Serve as the day-to-day client contact for assigned audit engagements.

Skills

Audit Management

Client Relationship Management

Team Leadership

Technical Accounting Knowledge

Problem-Solving

Education

ACA, ACCA, or equivalent accounting qualification

Tools

Audit Software

Job description

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Audit assistant manager or audit senior, Manchester

Client:

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Location:

Manchester, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

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Job Views:

3

Posted:

05.05.2025

Expiry Date:

19.06.2025

Job Description:

• Join one of the UK's largest accounting practices
• Top firm and top benefits

About Our Client

The Manchester office is a significant regional hub within the client's UK network, providing comprehensive accounting, tax, and advisory services to businesses across the North West of England. The Manchester practice offers expertise across multiple sectors including manufacturing, real estate, technology, and professional services, with a particular focus on serving mid-market organisations through personalised service that combines local knowledge with the resources of the global network. The office culture typically emphasises collaboration between specialists across different service lines, enabling them to deliver integrated solutions while maintaining a commitment to developing staff through structured career progression pathways and professional development opportunities.

Job Description

You'll serve as the critical bridge between senior management and junior team members while delivering exceptional client service. Key responsibilities include:

Technical Leadership

• Review and challenge work papers prepared by more junior team members
• Identify and resolve technical accounting issues independently

Team Management

• Supervise, develop, and mentor audit seniors and associates
• Coordinate staff assignments and workload distribution
• Provide regular feedback and contribute to performance evaluations

Client Relationship Management

• Serve as the day-to-day client contact for assigned audit engagements
• Manage client expectations and navigate challenging conversations
• Identify opportunities for additional services and firm growth

Quality & Risk Management

• Ensure all audit work complies with professional standards and firm methodologies
• Identify and assess audit risks, developing appropriate responses
• Maintain documentation that meets regulatory requirements

This role offers significant career progression opportunities while balancing technical accounting expertise with developing business and people management skills, preparing you for future partnership track consideration.

The Successful Applicant

• ACA, ACCA, or equivalent accounting qualification with strong audit experience
• Proven experience managing complex audit engagements and reviewing work papers
• Team leadership skills with ability to supervise, develop, and mentor junior staff
• Sound technical knowledge of UK accounting standards and audit methodology
• Strong client relationship management and communication abilities
• Commercial awareness of regional business landscape and industry sectors
• Problem-solving capabilities and attention to detail under deadline pressure
• Ability to identify business development opportunities and contribute to practice growth
• Proficiency with audit software and technology tools
• Commitment to maintaining high standards of quality and professional ethics
• Adaptability to work across various industries relevant to the North West market
• Career ambition with potential for future progression toward senior management

What's on Offer

Top firm benefits, very good salary, access to many schemes, join a global organisation, develop your career threefold.