Audit Manager

Autograph Recruitment; Newport; Hybrid; GBP 38,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic accountancy practice in Newport is seeking an experienced Audit Manager to lead audit processes while supporting accounts preparation. The role offers flexible working with a 35-hour week, 25 days holiday, and professional development opportunities. Ideal candidates will have ACA/ACCA qualifications and strong audit experience, with a proactive approach to team management.

Benefits

35-hour week with flexible hours

Hybrid working option

25 days holiday + bank holidays + birthday off

Private health plan

Company pension scheme

Fully funded CPD programme

Qualifications

• Proven track record of audit management and delivery.
• Strong technical understanding of audits and accounts preparation.
• Experience working across varied sectors.

Responsibilities

• Leading and planning audits for clients.
• Managing and developing junior team members.
• Providing support on accounts preparation matters.

Skills

Audit experience

Accounts preparation

Technical understanding

Team management

Proactive approach

Education

ACA/ACCA qualification

Job description

Job Title: Audit Manager
Location: Newport
Position: Full Time/Permanent
Salary: c.£45,000

Autograph are working alongside a leading, dynamic, and growing Accountancy Practice with an office based in Newport. This is an exciting time to join the firm as they continue to expand their team and develop their service offering. The firm prides itself on building long-term relationships with clients across a range of industries and providing a supportive, flexible environment for its people to grow.

The Opportunity:

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Audit Senior ready to take the next step, or an existing Audit Manager seeking a move to a progressive and flexible practice environment.

While this position is primarily an Audit Manager role, the successful candidate will need to have a good understanding of and a willingness to be involved in accounts preparation, as the practice undertakes very few pure audits. Clients value the audit team's ability to assist with accounts matters as part of the audit process.

The firm currently undertakes around 90 audits, ranging from large groups to small owner-managed companies, covering a variety of sectors including charities, solicitors and travel. Experience in these specialisms is desirable but not essential, in-house training will be provided.

Responsibilities:

• Leading and planning audits, acting as the main point of contact for clients throughout the process

• Working across a range of clients, including international groups, corporates, not-for-profits, and SMEs

• Providing support and technical insight on accounts preparation matters

• Managing and developing junior team members

• Working closely with Audit Partners and the wider team to maintain high-quality service delivery

• Supporting the firm's growth plans and contributing to internal initiatives

The Ideal Candidate:

• ACA/ACCA qualified with relevant audit experience / QBE

• Strong technical understanding of audit and accounts preparation

• Experience in or enthusiasm for working across varied sectors (charities, solicitors, travel, etc.)

• Approachable, proactive, and collaborative in their approach

• Committed to continuous professional development and career progression

Benefits:

• 35-hour week with flexible working hours

• Hybrid working- option to work from home up to 2 days per week after probation

• 25 days holiday + bank holidays + your birthday off

• Private health plan

• Company pension scheme

• Fully funded CPD programme

• Support for Practice Certificate and Audit Licence (subject to performance and progression)

Next steps:

If this sounds like a great opportunity and you can demonstrate a proven track record in initiating and delivering the above, with solid results, then please apply. We look forward to hearing from you.