Audit Engagement Lead — Ownership & Growth

Broadgate; Canterbury; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Broadgate is seeking an Audit Advisor in Canterbury/Chatham with a recently qualified or experienced background to lead audit engagements from planning to completion. You will build strong client relationships, manage budgets and deadlines, and mentor junior colleagues while contributing to the firm’s growth and service quality.

You will collaborate with managers, directors and partners to ensure high professional standards, develop talent, and drive opportunities across a growing audit practice

Qualifications

• ACA, ACCA, ICAS or an equivalent professional qualification (newly qualified candidates welcome to apply)
• Previous audit experience gained within practice
• Confidence working directly with clients and managing stakeholder relationships
• Strong technical accounting and audit knowledge
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• The ability to juggle multiple priorities and hit tight deadlines independently

Responsibilities

• Audit Delivery: manage engagements from planning through to completion, adhering to standards, budgets and deadlines
• Client Relationships: build and grow a portfolio, provide proactive service and spot opportunities for value
• Coaching & Development: mentor junior colleagues and provide constructive feedback
• Recoverability, budgets, WIP and fee preparation to support profitability
• Technical Excellence: stay updated on CPD requirements and involve senior staff on complex matters
• Business Development: participate in tenders, proposals and pitches to grow the client base

Skills

Audit delivery

Client management

Communication

Time management

Education

ACA/ACCA/ICAS

Job description

Broadgate is seeking an Audit Advisor in Canterbury/Chatham with a recently qualified or experienced background to lead audit engagements from planning to completion. You will build strong client relationships, manage budgets and deadlines, and mentor junior colleagues while contributing to the firm’s growth and service quality.

You will collaborate with managers, directors and partners to ensure high professional standards, develop talent, and drive opportunities across a growing audit practice