Audit Assistant Manager - Public Sector Leader & Coach

Forvis Mazars in the UK; Manchester; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Forvis Mazars in the UK is seeking an Audit Assistant Manager (SN2) to lead multiple audits across local government, NHS and central bodies. You will supervise junior staff, manage client communications, and ensure timely, high-quality deliverables.

Join a collaborative, growth-focused team valued for technical excellence and professional development, with opportunities to challenge, learn, and lead within a supportive, values-driven environment.

Qualifications

• ACA, CA or ACCA qualified (or equivalent).
• Experience in external audit, ideally with publicly funded bodies.
• Experience leading audit assignments from planning to completion.
• Supervising and coaching junior staff with delegation.
• Up-to-date knowledge of UK GAAP, IFRS, and the Companies Act.
• Ability to build professional client relationships and manage expectations.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with clients and colleagues.
• Proficient in audit software and Microsoft Office applications.
• Takes ownership of audits, monitors budgets, and supports risk management.
• Willing to contribute to process improvements and knowledge sharing.
• Ability to network and support firm growth.

Responsibilities

• Audit Delivery – Manage audits for local government, NHS, and central bodies, supporting the process from planning through to completion, ensuring work is delivered on time, within budget, and to quality standards.
• Planning & Organisation – Assist in developing audit strategies and scoping plans, ensuring resources and timelines are effectively managed.
• Technical Application – Apply up-to-date technical knowledge (UK GAAP / FRS 102, IFRS, Companies Act) to audit assignments, escalating complex matters to senior colleagues as needed.
• Review & Reporting – Draft sections of key reporting outputs such as the audit opinion summary, group reporting packs, and audit committee documents for review by Managers and Partners.
• Team Support – Lead and supervise audit assistants and seniors during fieldwork, allocating tasks, reviewing work, and providing constructive on-the-job feedback.
• Coaching & Development – Support the growth of junior team members by providing guidance, feedback, and informal training.
• Quality & Compliance – Ensure audit files are completed to the required standard, review points are addressed, and firmwide methodologies and regulatory requirements are followed.
• Client Relationships – Act as a day-to-day contact for clients, responding promptly to requests and building professional, trusted relationships.
• Commercial Awareness – Monitor time spent against budget, assist with billing in line with agreed plans, and identify opportunities to add value or cross-sell services.
• Collaboration – Work closely with colleagues across audit and other service lines, contributing to business development and firmwide initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

Client relationships

Budgets & billing

Communication

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Education

ACA / CA / ACCA

Tools

Audit software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Forvis Mazars in the UK is seeking an Audit Assistant Manager (SN2) to lead multiple audits across local government, NHS and central bodies. You will supervise junior staff, manage client communications, and ensure timely, high-quality deliverables.

Join a collaborative, growth-focused team valued for technical excellence and professional development, with opportunities to challenge, learn, and lead within a supportive, values-driven environment.