Audit Manager

Rawlinson & Hunter LLP; Leatherhead; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a reputable accountancy and tax practice as an Audit Manager, responsible for managing and executing audits for a diverse range of clients. This role offers growth opportunities through unique projects and exposure to international clients in a supportive environment focused on professional development.

Qualifications

• Excellent technical skills in audit and accounts preparation.
• Strong knowledge of UK GAAP, FRS 102 & IFRS.
• Ability to supervise and develop junior staff.

Responsibilities

• Manage audits for a diverse portfolio of clients.
• Provide commercial management support and audit risk assessment.
• Lead team development and quality control processes.

Skills

Technical skills

Analytical skills

Project management

Client handling

Inter-personal skills

Job description

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Audit professional to join our Audit Services Team as an Audit Manager. This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated professional to manage and execute audits for a diverse range of clients, from SMEs to large, complex groups.

About Us:

Established in 1933, Rawlinson & Hunter LLP stands as a leading accountancy and tax practice, renowned for our distinguished reputation. Our core values emphasise a commitment to excellence and a supportive, diverse work environment where every individual is valued.

Our Audit Services department specialises in running audits for a range of clients from SME's to large-sized, complex groups, and delivering of non-audit assignments, such as valuations, due diligence, investigations, preparation of complicated financial statements for Big Four audit clients and any other related assignments as requested by our clients.

Here you'll join exciting projects and broaden your skill set with our varied client base! You'll have the chance to collaborate with clients across various sectors such as technology, luxury retail, motorsport and performance engineering as well as arts and antiquities, opening doors to enhance your skills. Jump into a world of diverse opportunities that will be the catalyst for professional growth!

What You'll Do:

The role of the Audit Manager has significant, and ultimate, responsibility for the control of audits of a diverse portfolio of clients. This role will involve working closely with the Audit Directors and Partners of the Firm to provide the first-class service to clients for which we are renowned.

As an Audit Manager the day to day work will encompass:

• Regular exposure to the owners and / or the directors of our clients
• Liaising closely with Partners on their clients' affairs from an audit and commercial perspective
• Provision of accountancy and commercial management support to clients
• Audit risk assessment and planning
• Cost effective delivery of audit (statutory or non statutory) that meets the requirements of International Audit Standards in UK and applicable law
• Cost effective delivery of financial statements that meet relevant statutory reporting requirements
• Involvement in one-off work, such as due diligence, investigations and valuations
• Quality control and continuous improvement of our processes
• Team leadership and the development of junior staff
• Involvement in proposals for new work and business development initiatives

What We're Looking For:

The main criteria for this position are a combination of strong technical and analytical skills combined with first rate client handling, project management and team development skills. The ability to work flexibly, and on one's own initiative, in the application of technical knowledge to deliver timely, quality outputs is essential. Commercial acumen and a 'hands-on' practical approach to work will be highly regarded as will prior Transaction Support experience.

You will also be able to demonstrate the following skills, experience and attributes:

• Excellent technical skills
• Varied statutory audit and accounts preparation experience
• A strong and up-to-date knowledge of UK GAAP, FRS 102 & IFRS (US GAAP knowledge would be helpful but is not critical)
• A working knowledge of key corporate taxation planning issues
• Pragmatism and the ability to use professional judgement
• Good communication and inter-personal skills
• A team approach to working and a 'can do' attitude
• Ability to delegate to and supervise junior staff

Why Join Us:

At Rawlinson & Hunter LLP, we foster a supportive and inclusive environment that encourages professional growth. Experience a supportive environment, exposure to unique projects, and the chance to engage with international clients. Our dedication to diversity ensures an inclusive and welcoming workplace for all.

We are an equal opportunities employer and pride ourselves on fostering an inclusive workplace that values diversity.