Audit Manager

MHA; Milton Keynes; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Agile working

33 days holiday

Bonus scheme

Succession planning programme

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

MHA in Milton Keynes is seeking an Audit Manager to lead a portfolio of clients, including OMB and PE-backed entities. You will manage resources, review work, and build lasting client relationships while driving insights and value beyond audits.

The role offers agile working with core hours and two home-working days, plus a competitive salary package and bonus scheme. You’ll work with a supportive management structure focused on development and succession planning.

Qualifications

• ACA or ACCA qualification with practice experience
• Knowledge of FRS102, FRS101, IFRS and UK GAAP
• Proven management experience and ability to lead teams

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of OMB, PE backed and overseas owned clients across sectors
• Maximise fee income while delivering services and managing resources
• Plan, control and review client work for efficiency
• Hold pre-audit meetings with clients to identify key events
• Prepare time budgets to optimise profitability
• Ensure trainees rotate across jobs for broad training
• Complete 6-monthly appraisals and review staff development
• Identify opportunities for additional services and new clients
• Handle ad-hoc projects including compliance or value-added services

Skills

Management experience

Client focus

Communication

Organisation skills

Resilience

Education

ACA or ACCA qualified

FRS102/FRS101/IFRS

UK GAAP

Tools

Excel

Word

Sage

Alpha Tax

CaseWare

VPM Central

Job description

Audit Manager - Milton Keynes

Salary depending on experience

What Sets Us Apart

At MHA, we're about people first - our people, our clients, and the communities we serve. As one of the UK's top 13 accountancy firms and a proud member of Baker Tilly International, the 9th largest network in the world, we are a hub of global knowledge with a strong local commitment.

Our people-focused approach truly sets us apart. Here, you won't just be another face in the firm; you'll be part of an ambitious, driven team dedicated to continuous learning and growth. We invest in our people because they are the foundation of our success. With access to unparalleled resources and award-winning development programmes, you'll have the freedom to shape your career while making a meaningful impact. We take immense pride in being awarded gold for Investors in People. This recognition reflects our deep commitment to nurturing talent and ensuring every individual feels valued and supported.

Here, You'll Go Beyond Numbers

We're looking for a talented Audit Manager who thrives in a dynamic environment and embraces the chance to tackle complex challenges. You could be an experienced Assistant Manager looking to take the next step in your career, or a current Manager that is looking to further establish themself at this level. At MHA, you'll be surrounded by passionate professionals who are dedicated to making a difference. Your work in Audit will go beyond the numbers - it's about building meaningful client relationships, understanding their businesses, navigating risks, and delivering insights that drive real results.

The role:

• To manage a portfolio of OMB, PE backed and overseas owned clients, across a range of sectors.
• You will need to meet the needs of these clients and to maximise the fee income of the portfolio, by delivering MHA services. To effectively manage resources and the workflow.
• Deal with correspondence from clients
• Plan, control and review client work to ensure that the jobs are completed as efficiently and effectively as possible by allocating the resources available.
• Hold pre-audit meetings with clients where appropriate, to establish the events that have had an impact on the business and any areas needing particular attention.
• Prepare a time budget for each assignment. Ensure where possible that this is set at a level to enable the office to make money on the job considering the level of the fees and other non-audit work to be included within that fee.
• Ensure, as far as possible, that trainees are allocated a variety of jobs to provide a broad range of training and maximise their experience.
• Complete 6 monthly appraisals and sign off training records for all allocated members of staff ensuring that these are completed to enable staff to be developed and in turn enhance their effectiveness.
• Complete staff review forms after the end of each job identifying any areas needing further development and giving feedback to ensure improved future performance.
• Identify opportunities for additional services that MHA can provide to clients.
• Identify and target new clients through networking, marketing and client referrals.
• Ad-hoc project work which may include compliance or value-added services.

What We're Looking For

• ACA or ACCA qualified - with experience in practice
• FRS102, FRS101 and IFRS
• UK GAAP
• Experience at Manager grade
• Computer packages - Excel, Word, Sage, Alpha Tax, CaseWare, VPM/Central
• Management experience - ability to manage and delegate effectively
• Client focus and commercially aware
• Communication - oral and written, ability to deal with variety of people in different environments
• Organisation skills - the ability to juggle several different tasks at once
• Resilience

Rewards That Resonate

You're more than a number to us; you're an individual with unique talents and aspirations. Our benefits are designed to support your well-being, foster your professional growth, and recognise your contributions.

Agile Working:

Enjoy the flexibility of core hours from 10 AM to 2 PM and two home working days, allowing you to balance your work and personal commitments seamlessly.

33 days holiday

Inc. bank holidays, plus the opportunity to buy or sell up to 5 days (28 days on a training contract, with the opportunity to buy 5 days)

Competitive salary package + bonus scheme

New and improved programme for succession planning

and supportive management structure to help you realise your potential

Employee Assistance Programme:

Access a free confidential 24-hour support service, including unlimited counselling sessions and virtual doctors available for you and your family.

And lots more!