Audit Manager

GPN Recruitment Ltd; Essex; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Progression pathways

Job summary

GPN Recruitment Ltd is seeking an ambitious Audit Manager to join a prestigious Essex practice. You will own the audit portfolio from start to finish, leading engagements and working closely with Partners to drive success.

This role offers hybrid working arrangements, a clear progression path to Senior Manager, and a comprehensive benefits package in a UK accountancy environment.

Qualifications

• Fully qualified ACA, ACCA, or equivalent.
• Proven post-qualification experience managing audit engagements in a UK practice.
• Strong command of UK accounting standards and ISAs.
• Excellent client-facing skills with staff management experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead full-cycle audit engagements for varied SMEs and corporate clients.
• Supervise, mentor, and review junior audit staff.
• Act as main client liaison and report findings to Partners.
• Monitor budgets, billings, and WIP targets for profitability.

Skills

Audit leadership

Client liaison

Team development

UK GAAP & ISAs

Education

ACA/ACCA or equivalent

Job description

Excellent firm of chartered accountants based in Essex are looking for an audit manager to join their team

About the Role

An established, high-growth UK accountancy and business advisory practice is seeking an ambitious Audit Manager to join their Essex office. This is an excellent opportunity for a post-qualified audit professional to take full ownership of a diverse client portfolio, lead audit assignments from start to finish, and work closely with office Partners to drive team success.

Key Responsibilities

• Audit Management: Lead full-cycle audit engagements for a varied portfolio of SMEs and corporate clients in line with UK GAAP (FRS 102) and ISAs.
• Team Leadership: Supervise, mentor, and review the work of junior audit staff, providing ongoing coaching and career development.
• Client & Partner Liaison: Act as the main point of contact for client leadership; report key findings and technical insights directly to Responsible Individuals (RIs) and Partners.
• Commercial Performance: Monitor job budgets, billings, and WIP targets to ensure timely and profitable project delivery.

Key Requirements

• Qualification: Fully qualified ACA, ACCA, or equivalent.
• Experience: Proven post-qualification experience managing audit engagements within a UK accounting practice.
• Technical Knowledge: Strong command of UK accounting standards and International Standards on Auditing.
• Leadership & Communication: Excellent client-facing skills with experience managing and developing staff.

What's on Offer

• Competitive base salary tailored to experience
• Hybrid and flexible working arrangements
• Clear, defined pathways for progression to Senior Manager and beyond
• Comprehensive benefits package and a supportive local team environment