Audit Manager

Michael Page; Leigh on Sea; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Michael Page in Leigh On Sea is seeking an Assistant Manager to oversee audit work in the Financial Services sector. You will plan audits, review findings and help keep the audit process organised and effective.

The role focuses on delivering accurate reporting, coordinating with colleagues, and presenting outcomes to stakeholders. This is a permanent, full-time position based in Leigh On Sea.

Qualifications

• Experience planning and delivering audit assignments.
• Strong knowledge of reviewing financial records and audit evidence.
• Ability to prepare clear, well-organised audit documentation.
• Confidence in reviewing findings and explaining them in plain language.
• Experience managing audit timelines and prioritising work.
• Ability to produce accurate reports based on audit outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate audit assignments to meet deadlines.
• Review financial records and supporting documents to identify audit findings.
• Prepare audit documentation to support reporting and follow-up actions.
• Discuss audit findings with colleagues and agree practical next steps.
• Monitor progress of audit work and address delivery issues.
• Review completed audit files for completeness and clarity for reporting.
• Present audit outcomes in a straightforward format for stakeholders.

Skills

Audit planning

Reviewing audit evidence

Clear documentation

Report writing

Timeline management

Stakeholder communication

Job description

As an Assistant Manager in Leigh On Sea, you will oversee audit work within the Financial Services sector and help maintain clear, accurate financial reporting. You will plan audits, review findings and work with colleagues to keep the audit process organised and effective.

Client Details

The organisation operates in the Financial Services industry in Leigh On Sea.

Description

• Plan and coordinate audit assignments to keep work on track and meet agreed deadlines.
• Review financial records and supporting documents to identify key audit findings.
• Prepare clear audit documentation that supports accurate reporting and follow-up actions.
• Discuss audit findings with relevant colleagues and help agree practical next steps.
• Monitor the progress of audit work and address issues that may affect delivery.
• Review completed audit files to ensure they are complete, clear and ready for reporting.
• Present audit outcomes in a straightforward format for stakeholders across Accounting & Finance.

Profile

A successful Assistant Manager should have:

• Experience of planning and delivering audit assignments.
• Strong knowledge of reviewing financial records and audit evidence.
• Ability to prepare clear, well-organised audit documentation.
• Confidence in reviewing findings and explaining them in plain language.
• Experience of managing audit timelines and prioritising work effectively.
• Ability to produce accurate reports based on audit outcomes.

Job Offer

• Permanent Assistant Manager position in Leigh On Sea.

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