Audit Manager

CAnnection; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension

Annual leave

Flexible benefits

Investors in People Gold accreditation

Job summary

CAnnection is seeking an Audit Manager to lead a Milton Keynes portfolio, owning audits from planning to completion and guiding junior staff. You will engage with owner-managed businesses and SME clients across sectors, acting as a primary liaison with Partners and senior managers.

The role requires strong external-audit experience, a recognised accounting qualification (ACA/ACCA or equivalent), and the right to work in the UK.

Qualifications

• Strong external audit experience within an accountancy practice firm.
• Experience with managing audits from start to finish.
• Exposure to a varied portfolio of OMB and small to medium-sized clients.
• Hold the right to work in the UK without visa sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Managing a varied portfolio of audit clients across multiple sectors.
• Taking ownership of audits from planning through to completion.
• Managing multiple audit assignments throughout the year.
• Reviewing audit work and ensuring assignments are delivered to a high standard.
• Delegating work effectively across the audit team.
• Supervising, coaching and supporting junior team members.
• Managing client relationships and acting as a key point of contact.
• Working closely with Partners and senior members of the team.
• Identifying issues during assignments and helping deliver practical solutions for clients.

Skills

Audit management

Client relationship management

People management

Time management

Communication

Education

ACA or ACCA or equivalent

Job description

We’re working with a leading UK professional services firm that is looking to appoint an Audit Manager to its growing Milton Keynes team.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced auditor looking to take ownership of a varied portfolio and work with a broad mix of owner-managed businesses and small to medium-sized corporate clients across multiple sectors.

The opportunity will suit an established Audit Manager or an experienced Assistant Manager who is ready to take the next step in their career.

As Audit Manager, you’ll take responsibility for managing audit engagements from planning through to completion, working closely with clients and senior stakeholders while overseeing and developing junior members of the team.

Key responsibilities & requirements

• Managing a varied portfolio of audit clients across multiple sectors
• Taking ownership of audits from planning through to completion
• Managing multiple audit assignments throughout the year
• Reviewing audit work and ensuring assignments are delivered to a high standard
• Delegating work effectively across the audit team
• Supervising, coaching and supporting junior team members
• Managing client relationships and acting as a key point of contact throughout engagements
• Working closely with Partners and senior members of the team
• Identifying issues during assignments and helping deliver practical solutions for clients
• Strong external audit experience within an accountancy practice firm
• Experience with managing audits from start to finish
• Exposure to a varied portfolio of OMB and small to medium-sized clients
• Experience working across clients in multiple sectors
• Experience reviewing the work of junior team members
• Strong delegation and team management skills
• The ability to manage multiple audit assignments and competing deadlines
• A recognised accountancy qualification such as ACA or ACCA, or equivalent
• Hold the right to work in the UK without requiring visa sponsorship

If you’re starting to think about what the next few years of your career could look like, this is an opportunity genuinely worth exploring. You’d be joining a large and growing UK practice firm with a strong commitment to investing in its people, their development and their long-term careers.

Benefits

• Genuine career progression, with opportunities to develop and take the next step in your career.
• Continued investment in your learning and development, supporting your professional growth.
• A people-first culture, recognised through Investors in People Gold accreditation.
• The opportunities and exposure that come with an extensive UK office network and international reach.
• A comprehensive benefits package, including pension, annual leave, flexible and additional benefits.

If you’re an Audit Manager or experienced Assistant Manager, meet the requirements and are considering your next move, apply directly or get in touch for a confidential conversation.