Audit Manager

ACCA Careers; Guildford; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Job summary

ACCA Careers in Guildford is seeking an Audit Manager to oversee audit processes within a professional services environment. You will lead planning, execution and delivery for a diverse client portfolio, providing technical guidance to junior team members while ensuring compliance with accounting standards.

The role offers a permanent contract with hybrid working and exposure to a broad range of clients in the accounting and finance sector.

Qualifications

• External audit experience in the professional services sector.
• Strong knowledge of accounting standards and regulatory requirements.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan, execute, and complete audit assignments.
• Oversee a portfolio of clients, ensuring regulatory compliance.
• Provide technical support and guidance to junior team members.
• Collaborate with clients to address audit and financial reporting needs.
• Prepare detailed audit reports and present findings to stakeholders.
• Ensure efficient use of resources to meet deadlines.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of accounting standards and industry changes.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of audit strategies.

Skills

Leadership abilities

Time management

Communication skills

Client relationship skills

Mentoring

Education

Professional accounting qualification (ACA/ACCA or equivalent)

Job description

The Audit Manager role in Guildford offers an exciting opportunity to oversee audit processes within the professional services industry. This position requires expertise in accounting and finance, ensuring high-quality service delivery.

Client Details

This is a professional services organisation with a strong presence in the accounting and finance sector. As a large accountancy firm, they focus on providing tailored solutions to their clients while maintaining an efficient and structured working environment.

Description

• Manage the planning, execution, and completion of audit assignments.
• Oversee a portfolio of clients, ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations and standards.
• Provide technical support and guidance to junior team members.
• Collaborate with clients to address their audit and financial reporting needs.
• Prepare detailed audit reports and present findings to stakeholders.
• Ensure efficient use of resources within the department to meet deadlines.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of accounting standards and industry changes.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of audit strategies.

Profile

A Successful Audit Manager Should Have

• A professional accounting qualification (e.g., ACA, ACCA, or equivalent).
• Proven experience in external audit within the professional services sector.
• Strong knowledge of accounting standards and regulatory requirements.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills.
• Ability to lead and mentor a team effectively.
• Strong communication and client relationship-building skills.

Job Offer

• A competitive salary in the range of £55,000 to £70000 per annum.
• A permanent position with growth opportunities in Guildford.
• Exposure to a variety of clients within the professional services industry.
• A supportive and collaborative work environment.
• Hybrid working.