Audit Manager

Clear Legal & Financial Recruitment; Lancashire; Hybrid; GBP 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Clear Legal & Financial Recruitment seeks an experienced Audit Manager to lead audits from planning to completion in Bolton, on a hybrid basis. You will coordinate with clients, manage audit tasks, and guide junior staff to deliver high-quality work.

The role requires ACCA or equivalent with 2–4 years PQE and strong knowledge of IFRS/FRS. You will oversee budgeting, billing, and compliance while liaising with senior directors to achieve department goals.

Qualifications

• Qualified Accountant: ACCA or equivalent qualification, with 2–4 years post-qualification experience.
• Audit practice experience with solid understanding of quality and regulatory standards.
• Risk awareness with effective control measures within the audit process.
• Skilled in managing client relationships and addressing their needs effectively.
• Capable of guiding and supporting junior staff, fostering a productive team environment.
• Up-to-date with relevant accounting and auditing standards, including IFRS and FRS.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage audit assignments, ensuring audits are completed on time and meet firm standards.
• Act as a primary contact for clients during engagements, handling queries and maintaining clear communication.
• Supervise junior team members, reviewing their work and providing constructive feedback to support their development.
• Take the lead on preparing budgets, monitoring progress, and addressing variances to ensure project efficiency.
• Take responsibility for billing activities by tracking time and resources to keep engagements within budget.
• Ensure compliance with auditing and accounting standards throughout each engagement.
• Liaise with Directors to ensure alignment with department objectives and smooth service delivery.
• Perform administrative and ad hoc tasks to facilitate efficient project flow.

Skills

Audit management

Client interaction

Team leadership

Risk awareness

Problem solving

Technical knowledge

Education

ACCA or equivalent qualification

Tools

CaseWare

CCH

Job description

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Audit Manager to join my clients team in their Bolton offices on a hybrid basis.

My client is one of the regions leading independent chartered accountants and business advisers and provide a full-service offering to their clients.

The Role:

As an Audit Manager, you will lead and oversee audit assignments from planning to completion, working under the guidance of our senior managers and directors. You will play a key role in coordinating with clients, managing audit tasks, and ensuring high-quality work. You will lead junior team members on engagements, provide guidance and feedback, and handle day-to-day audit operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage audit assignments, ensuring audits are completed on time and meet firm standards.
• Act as a primary contact for clients during engagements, handling queries and maintaining clear communication.
• Supervise junior team members, reviewing their work and providing constructive feedback to support their development.
• Take the lead on preparing budgets, monitoring progress, and addressing variances to ensure project efficiency.
• Take responsibility for billing activities by tracking time and resources to keep engagements within budget.
• Ensure compliance with auditing and accounting standards throughout each engagement.
• Foster a positive and collaborative team environment, addressing minor personnel matters as they arise.
• Liaise with Directors to ensure alignment with department objectives and smooth service delivery.
• Perform administrative and ad hoc tasks to facilitate efficient project flow.

Skills & Experience:

• Qualified Accountant: ACCA or equivalent qualification, with 2-4 years of post-qualification experience.
• Audit Practice Experience: Proven experience in audit and accounts, with a solid understanding of quality and regulatory standards.
• Risk Awareness: Familiar with risk assessment and effective control measures within the audit process.
• Client Interaction: Skilled in managing client relationships and addressing their needs effectively.
• Team Leadership: Capable of guiding and supporting junior staff, fostering a productive team environment.
• Technical Knowledge: Up-to-date with relevant accounting and auditing standards, including FRS and IFRS.
• Problem-Solving: Strong analytical skills, with the ability to identify issues and suggest practical solutions.
• Software Proficiency: Experience with CaseWare and CCH is beneficial but not required.

Please Note: Due to the number of applications we receive we may be unable to respond to every application directly. If you have not heard from us within 3 working days, please assume your application has been unsuccessful.