Audit Manager

W Talent; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Health Cash Plan (Level 1)

Life assurance (4x salary)

Eye test support

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Job summary

W Talent Finance is partnering with a well-established, multi-service professional services organisation seeking an Audit Manager/Senior Audit Manager in Sheffield. The role leads a diverse portfolio of audit clients, delivering high-quality assignments on time and within budget while ensuring regulatory compliance.

The successful candidate will have ACA/ACCA qualifications with significant post-qualification experience, strong leadership, and a proven track record in UK practice.

Qualifications

• Qualified ACA or ACCA with post-qualification experience.
• Strong UK accountancy practice background with audit management experience.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).

Responsibilities

• Manage a growing portfolio of audit clients across sectors.
• Lead delivery of audit assignments within timelines and budgets.
• Plan audits, assess risks, and develop audit programmes with senior leadership.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory and professional standards.
• Coach and develop junior team members and support business development.

Skills

Client relationship management

Leadership

Audit management

Budgeting & billing

Regulatory standards knowledge

Education

ACA/ACCA qualification

Tools

MyWorkpapers

Job description

Description

Audit Manager / Senior Audit Manager

Sheffield

£55,000 - £65,000 + Benefits

About the Company

W Talent Finance is a specialist recruitment partner dedicated to placing high calibre accounting professionals across both practice and commerce & industry markets worldwide. With a deep understanding of the finance landscape, we support clients ranging from leading professional services firms to established regional practices and multi-service professional groups, delivering tailored talent solutions that drive business performance.

We are partnering with a well-established, multi-service professional services organisation with a national footprint.

With a multi‑office structure and a sizeable professional workforce, the business operates at scale while maintaining a strong focus on collaboration, consistency, and delivering high quality outcomes for its clients.

The organisation promotes a people-focused environment built around shared values of professionalism, teamwork, and integrity. It places emphasis on creating a supportive and inclusive culture where individuals are encouraged to develop, take ownership of their work, and progress within a high performing but approachable team environment.

The Role

As an Audit Manager, you will play a key leadership role within the audit and assurance function, managing a diverse portfolio of clients across a range of sectors.

You will work closely with senior stakeholders and field teams to deliver high quality audit assignments, ensuring work is completed efficiently, to a high standard, and in full compliance with regulatory and professional requirements.

This is a highly visible role offering clear progression towards senior leadership, with opportunities to contribute to business development, tendering, and the ongoing evolution of the audit service line.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a growing portfolio of audit clients across a range of sectors
• Lead the delivery of high quality audit assignments within agreed timelines and budgets
• Plan audits, assess risks, and develop tailored audit programmes in collaboration with senior leadership
• Ensure all audit work complies with relevant regulatory and professional standards
• Build and maintain strong client relationships, providing excellent client service
• Manage budgets, billing, and recoveries to achieve performance targets
• Coach, mentor, and develop junior team members, providing constructive feedback
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of audit processes and quality standards
• Support tendering for prospective new clients and opportunities
• Work closely with senior stakeholders on business development and growth initiatives

About You

• ACA or ACCA qualified with significant post-qualification experience
• Strong background in UK accountancy practice with audit management experience
• Strong technical knowledge of auditing and accounting standards
• Proven client-facing experience with excellent relationship management skills
• Strong leadership and team management capability
• Excellent communication and organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• Experience with audit software (MyWorkpapers desirable)
• Self-motivated, quality-driven, and commercially aware

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary of £55,000 - £65,000, depending on experience
• Study support for ongoing professional development
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays (with option to purchase additional days)
• Pension scheme
• Health Cash Plan (Level 1)
• Life assurance (4x salary)
• Eye test support
• Social events and staff engagement activities
• Volunteering opportunitiesEmployee discounts across a range of professional and personal services

How to Apply

To apply for this position, please submit your CV via this website or contact W Talent Finance directly for a confidential discussion.