Audit Manager

ACCA Careers; Maidstone; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Career progression

Pleasant office environment

Job summary

ACCA Careers is seeking an Audit Manager for a growing top 40 accountancy firm near Maidstone. You will lead audit planning, reviews and completion, while maintaining strong client relationships.

The ideal candidate will have 6+ years in audit, ACA/ACCA, and proven leadership. The role offers hybrid working, a salary of £50k–£60k, and clear opportunities for career progression.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of auditing standards and practices.
• 6+ years experience in an audit role at an accountancy practice.
• Excellent leadership and team management skills.
• Attention to detail and strong analytical abilities.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• ACCA or ACA qualification.

Responsibilities

• Manage planning, reviewing and completion of audit assignments.
• Ensure compliance with auditing standards and regulations.
• Review and analyse financial statements to ensure accuracy and reliability.
• Review accounts work prepared by juniors.
• Provide guidance and support to the audit team to enhance their performance.
• Maintain strong client relationships and address their audit-related concerns.
• Identify areas for improvement and offer recommendations to clients.
• Monitor and adhere to project deadlines and budgets.
• Stay updated on industry changes and implement best practices.

Skills

Auditing standards

Leadership

Analytical skills

Communication

Education

ACCA/ACA qualification

Job description

Audit Manager role for growing top 40 accountancy firm based near Maidstone.

Client Details

Our client is a top 40 accountancy firm based in the Maidstone area. The business has recently been acquired and is going from strength to strength. Our client is keen to bolster its audit department with the recruitment of an Audit Manager.

Description

• Manage the planning, reviewing and completion of audit assignments.
• Ensure compliance with relevant auditing standards and regulations.
• Review and analyse financial statements to ensure accuracy and reliability.
• Review accounts work prepared by juniors.
• Provide guidance and support to the audit team to enhance their performance.
• Maintain strong client relationships and address their audit-related concerns.
• Identify areas for improvement and offer recommendations to clients.
• Monitor and adhere to project deadlines and budgets.
• Stay updated on industry changes and implement best practices.

Profile

• Strong knowledge of auditing standards and practices.
• 6+ years experience working for an accountancy practice firm in an audit role.
• Excellent leadership and team management skills.
• Attention to detail and strong analytical abilities.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• A professional qualification in accounting or auditing, such as ACA or ACCA.

Job Offer

• Competitive salary ranging from £50,000 to £60,000, dependent on the level of experience.
• Hybrid working.
• Opportunities for career progression and skill development.
• Based from pleasant office.