Audit Manager

CMA Recruitment Group; England; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable accounting firm in Southampton seeks an experienced Audit Manager to take ownership of a diverse client portfolio. This role involves managing audits from planning to execution, ensuring compliance, and mentoring junior staff. The ideal candidate is ACA or ACCA qualified, with strong technical knowledge of audits and excellent interpersonal skills. This firm offers a supportive environment, opportunities for professional development, and the chance to contribute significantly to their client's success.

Benefits

Ongoing professional development

Supportive team environment

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Previous audit experience.
• Proven experience in planning and leading audits.
• Ability to support and develop junior team members.

Responsibilities

• Manage a diverse portfolio of audit clients.
• Plan and execute audits from start to finish.
• Review audit work and ensure compliance with standards.
• Assist in training and supervising junior audit staff.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships.

Skills

Technical audit knowledge

Client relationship management

People management

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Education

ACA or ACCA qualified (or equivalent)

Job description

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Audit Manager to join a well-established and independent firm of Chartered Accountants based in Southampton. This is a key role within a collaborative and friendly team, offering the chance to take ownership of a varied client portfolio, work closely with senior leadership, and contribute to the development of junior staff.

The firm has built a strong reputation for delivering high-quality audit and advisory services to a diverse range of clients. As part of a supportive and people-focused team, you will enjoy a progressive working environment with real opportunities to grow your career.

What will the Audit Manager role involve?

• Managing a portfolio of audit clients, ranging from SMEs to larger corporate groups
• Planning and executing audits from start to finish, including budgeting, resourcing, and risk assessment
• Reviewing audit work completed by the team and ensuring compliance with professional standards
• Working closely with the Senior Manager and Director on technical matters, client management and strategic planning
• Assisting in the training, mentoring and supervision of junior audit staff
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients through excellent communication and service delivery
• Staying up to date with industry and regulatory changes and sharing best practices within the team

Suitable Candidate for the Audit Manager vacancy:

• ACA or ACCA qualified (or equivalent) with previous audit experience.
• Strong technical audit knowledge and understanding of UK accounting standards.
• Proven experience planning and leading audits.
• Confident in managing client relationships and delivering high service standards.
• Excellent people management skills with the ability to support and develop junior team members.
• Organised, proactive and able to meet deadlines while managing multiple priorities.
• Strong communication skills and an interest in contributing to the firm’s wider success.

Additional benefits and information for the role of Audit Manager:

• Opportunity to progress within a growing and respected independent firm.
• Supportive and inclusive team environment.
• Ongoing professional development and technical training.

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