Audit Manager

Bennett and Game Recruitment LTD; Rushden; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working pattern

27 days holiday

Bank holidays included

Private healthcare

Pension scheme

Flexible hours

Progression pathway

Job summary

Bennett and Game Recruitment LTD is seeking an Audit Manager for their Northamptonshire practice. You will lead audits from planning to completion, manage client relationships, and oversee audit staff in a collaborative, growth-focused environment.

The role demands ACA/ACCA qualification (or equivalent), 5+ years in accountancy practice recruitment, and strong technical audit knowledge across medium to large groups. Hybrid working and a clear progression path are offered.

Qualifications

• ACA/ACCA qualified or considered on a QBE basis
• Minimum 5 years’ accountancy practice recruitment experience
• Strong audit knowledge with experience in medium to large groups
• Proactive, growth-oriented mindset with high ambitions
• Excellent organisation, interpersonal and communication skills

Responsibilities

• Manage audits from planning through to completion
• Review audit files for high-quality work
• Handle audit work for a varied client portfolio
• Review statutory accounts and assist with accounts prep
• Ensure compliance with accounting and auditing standards
• Prepare and review audit documentation and working papers
• Liaise with clients and resolve queries
• Identify improvements and provide practical recommendations
• Support the wider accounts team with ad hoc tasks
• Manage deadlines and ensure timely delivery

Skills

Client relationship

Team leadership

Audit planning

Communication

Organisation

Education

ACA/ACCA qualified

Job description

Job Title: Audit Manager
Location: Rushden, Northamptonshire
Package: 50,000 - 60,000, hybrid working, 27 days holiday +BH, private healthcare, and more
Working Hours: Full time, Monday-Friday, 9:30am-4:30pm

A fantastic opportunity is available within a medium sized and growing Accountancy Practice in Northamptonshire for a Client Manager (Audit). This role is well suited to existing managers who want to manage clients and audit staff, or experienced auditors just looking to manage clients.

You will be playing a crucial role within this practice, who have established an excellent local reputation. You will be delivering audits up to review level, and establishing crucial client relationships for the practice. The role offers some excellent benefits and is something you don't want to miss

Audit Manager Job Responsibilities

• Managing audits from planning through to completion
• Reviewing audit files and ensuring work is completed to a high standard
• Carrying out audit work for a varied portfolio of clients
• Reviewing statutory accounts and supporting accounts preparation where required
• Ensuring compliance with relevant accounting and auditing standards
• Preparing and reviewing audit documentation and working papers
• Liaising directly with clients and resolving queries
• Identifying areas for improvement and providing practical recommendations to clients
• Supporting the wider accounts team with ad hoc work when required
• Managing deadlines and ensuring assignments are delivered efficiently

Audit Manager Job Requirements

• ACA/ACCA qualified, QBE can be considered
• A minimum of 5 years accountancy practice recruitment
• Strong technical knowledge and audit experience, particularly in medium to large groups
• A proactive, growth-oriented mindset, with high ambitions
• Excellent organisation, interpersonal, and communication skills

Audit Manager Salary & Benefits

• Salary depending on experience, paying from 50,000- 60,000
• 27 days holiday, plus bank holidays
• Really strong pension scheme, with the option to increase contribution
• Private Healthcare
• Hybrid working pattern, typically 3 days in office, 2 from home
• Flexible hours
• A clear progression pathway
• And more to be discussed