Audit Manager

PBR Executive Search Ltd; Greater Manchester; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Top 50 accountancy practice in Manchester is seeking two Audit Managers, with flexibility to consider Assistant Managers, across its Manchester and Greater Manchester offices, as they continue to grow.

You will manage a portfolio of audit clients from planning through to completion, ensuring quality, compliance, and commercial delivery.

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing audit assignments and client portfolios.
• Strong leadership, coaching, and mentoring skills.
• Commercial awareness and interest in business development.

Responsibilities

• Managing client relationships and acting as a key point of contact.
• Reviewing work and supervising junior team members.
• Delivering assignments on time and within budget.
• Supporting business development, including identifying growth opportunities and contributing to proposals.
• Ensuring adherence to professional and internal quality standards.
• Coaching, mentoring, and developing staff.
• Collaborating with partners and senior stakeholders on technical matters.
• Networking and building relationships to support regional growth.

Skills

Audit management

Leadership & mentoring

Business development awareness

Job description

My client, a Top 50 accountancy practice, is looking to hire TWO Audit Managers, with flexibility to consider Assistant Managers, across its Manchester and Greater Manchester offices, as they continue to grow. This is a strong opportunity for audit professionals seeking progression within a genuinely dynamic mid-market firm.

About the Role

You will manage a portfolio of audit clients, overseeing engagements from planning through to completion, while ensuring quality, compliance, and commercial delivery.

Responsibilities

• Managing client relationships and acting as a key point of contact
• Reviewing work and supervising junior team members
• Delivering assignments on time and within budget
• Supporting business development, including identifying growth opportunities and contributing to proposals
• Ensuring adherence to professional and internal quality standards
• Coaching, mentoring, and developing staff
• Collaborating with partners and senior stakeholders on technical matters
• You will also play an active role in networking and building relationships to support the firm’s regional growth.

Qualifications

Required Skills

• Proven experience managing audit assignments and client portfolios
• Strong leadership, coaching, and mentoring skills
• Commercial awareness and interest in business development

Pay range and compensation package: Salaries up to c.£65,000pa (DOE)

Opportunity to step up into management or progress further as an experienced hire.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Join a well-established, growing Top 50 firm with a strong mid-market presence. Supportive culture with structured development and career pathways. Exposure to a broad client base and advisory opportunities.