Audit Manager

Fletcher George Financial Recruitment; Croydon; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary bonus

25 days holiday

Career progression opportunities

Collaborative culture

Job summary

Fletcher George Financial Recruitment is seeking an Audit Manager for our respected client in Croydon. You will lead audits from planning through to completion, acting as the primary client contact and guiding junior team members.

The role offers a hybrid working pattern, a competitive salary of £60,000–£65,000, and a comprehensive benefits package including a discretionary bonus, 25 days holiday and clear opportunities for progression within a well‑established practice.

Qualifications

• ACA or ACCA qualified with external audit background.
• Experience leading audits from planning to completion in UK practice.
• Knowledge of Clarity ISAs and UK GAAP.
• Proven ability to supervise and develop junior team members.
• Strong client relationship management and communication skills.
• Commercial mindset with ability to identify actionable recommendations.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage statutory audits from planning through to completion.
• Review audit files for compliance with UK standards (Clarity ISAs).
• Manage budgets, timelines and engagement delivery.
• Act as primary client contact during the audit.
• Coach and develop junior audit staff.
• Support business development opportunities.
• Assist with statutory accounts and other compliance work.

Skills

ACA/ACCA qualified

External audit experience (UK practice

Lead audits through completion

Clarity ISAs & UK GAAP knowledge

Supervise develop junior staff

Client relationship skills

Strong communication

Self-motivated & organised

Education

ACA/ACCA qualification

Job description

Audit Manager | Croydon | to £65,000
Hybrid Working

Join a highly respected firm of Chartered Accountants, servicing clients primarily across Surrey, South West London and Central London, working with owner‑managed businesses, charities and LLPs across a broad range of sectors.

As an Audit Manager, you will take ownership of a varied audit portfolio, leading engagements from planning through to completion while acting as the key point of contact for clients. You'll work with businesses ranging from growing SMEs to organisations with turnovers exceeding £50 million.

This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious audit professional looking to develop their leadership skills within a supportive and well‑established practice.

What's on Offer

You’ll receive a competitive salary in the region of £60,000–£65,000 (guide band set by Fletcher George), together with an attractive benefits package to include a discretionary bonus, 25 days holiday plus genuine opportunities for career progression. The firm is well known for investing in its people, offering a collaborative culture, excellent support and long‑term development opportunities.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage statutory audits from planning through to completion (approximately 90% of the role)
• Review audit files, ensuring compliance with UK auditing standards and Clarity ISAs
• Manage audit budgets, timelines and engagement delivery
• Act as the primary contact for clients throughout the audit process
• Identify audit issues and provide practical, commercial recommendations
• Supervise, coach and develop junior members of the audit team
• Build and maintain strong client relationships while supporting business development opportunities
• Assist with statutory accounts preparation and other compliance work where required (approximately 10% of the role)

About You

• ACA or ACCA qualified
• Strong external audit experience within UK practice
• Proven experience leading audits through to completion
• Up‑to‑date technical knowledge, including Clarity ISAs and UK GAAP
• Experience supervising and developing junior team members
• Commercially minded with excellent communication and client relationship skills
• Self‑motivated, organised and able to manage multiple deadlines

Next Steps

Please apply to this Audit Manager in Croydon role and we aim to be in touch with all suitable candidates within 48 hours.

Fletcher George is an inclusive financial recruiter welcoming all applications relevant to the role. We are committed to attracting a diverse pool of applicants and to assist talent to find career opportunities in which they can thrive.