Audit Manager

Moore Scarrott Limited; Taunton, Exeter, Bath; Remote; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free parking

Private Medical Insurance

Fully supported CPD tailored to the ne

Job summary

Moore Scarrott Limited invites applications for an Audit Manager to oversee a diverse audit portfolio across sectors, based in Taunton. You will lead planning, fieldwork and completion with audit juniors and seniors, ensuring ISAs compliance and high client service.

Fully qualified ACA/ACCA, with 4+ years UK audit experience, you will build trusted relationships, review statements to UK GAAP/IFRS, and contribute to quality control.

Qualifications

• Qualified ACA/ACCA or equivalent.
• 4+ years’ audit experience in the UK.
• Strong knowledge of UK GAAP and IFRS.
• Charity audit experience preferred but not required.
• Excellent communication and leadership potential.

Responsibilities

• Lead audit engagements from planning through completion.
• Prepare and review audit plans with risk assessment.
• Serve as the primary client contact and manage communications.
• Present findings and recommendations to clients.
• Build strong client relationships for growth.
• Review financial statements for UK GAAP/IFRS alignment.
• Identify findings and prepare detailed client reports.
• Supervise audit staff and support development.
• Delegate tasks and maintain audit workflows.
• Conduct detailed reviews and provide feedback.
• Ensure compliance with auditing standards and quality procedures.
• Stay updated on accounting standards and industry changes.

Skills

Audit management

UK GAAP

IFRS

Client relationships

Communication

Team leadership

Analytical skills

Time management

Education

ACA/ACCA qualification

Job description

Founded in 2001 by Andy Moore, Moore Scarrott is an innovative and agile firm of Chartered Accountants and Tax Advisors with three offices across the Southwest, and a national client presence from Cornwall to Scotland. Nationally recognised as experts in the Veterinary, Rural, and Healthcare sectors, we represent a wide range of owner managed businesses.

We are thrilled to announce that, due to significant growth and expansion, Moore Scarrott Group is hiring a Manager for our expanding Audit portfolio. As we continue to build on our success and expand the business, we are looking for passionate and driven individuals to join us across all parts of the business.

This is a unique opportunity to be part of an innovative and progressive firm of highly regarded Chartered Accountants where your skills can grow and flourish. We offer competitive benefits, exciting progression prospects, and the chance to help our clients.

The Role:

As an Audit Manager at Moore Scarrott Group, you will play a key role in overseeing audit engagements for a diverse range of clients. You will be responsible for overseeing the planning, fieldwork and completion of audit assignments alongside a team of audit juniors and seniors. Ensuring compliance with regulatory standards while delivering exceptional client service for all our clients is your responsibility.

This role is suited to someone who is fully qualified ACA/ACCA qualification, with a keen eye for detail, strong technical expertise, and the ability to build trusted client relationships.

Responsibilities:

• Lead audit engagements from initial planning through to completion, ensuring compliance with ISAs and regulatory standards.
• Prepare and review audit plans, focusing on risk assessment and effective audit approaches.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, managing communications and expectations throughout the audit process.
• Help the Audit Partner to present findings and recommendations to clients, clearly explaining audit observations and potential implications for their business.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships to support long-term partnerships and business growth.
• Review financial statements, ensuring they align with UK GAAP, IFRS, and other applicable standards.
• Identify and document findings and recommendations, preparing detailed reports for clients and managers.
• Contribute to client insights by highlighting opportunities for financial and operational improvements.
• Supervise audit staff, providing guidance and support to enhance their development and ensure quality work.
• Delegate tasks effectively, balancing workloads and maintaining efficient audit workflows.
• Conduct detailed reviews of work completed by audit team members, offering feedback to support their professional growth.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant auditing standards and internal quality procedures.
• Stay current on industry changes and developments in accounting standards, audit regulations, and best practices.
• Participate in internal quality control reviews, contributing to continuous improvement within the audit function.

Qualifications:

Currently hold a relevant recognised professional accounting qualification, preferably ACC or ACCA (or equivalent).

Skills and Experience:

• 4+ years of experience in audit within the UK.
• Strong understanding of UK GAAP, IFRS, and other relevant accounting frameworks.
• Proven experience managing client engagements and leading audit teams.
• Charity audit experience preferred, but not essential.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain complex financial information clearly.
• Strong organisational and time-management abilities.
• Collaborative team player with leadership potential.

Pay and Benefits:

Moore Scarrott believes in a culture where strong performance is recognised and rewarded, and as such, reviews the performance and salaries every 12 months.

In addition to a competitive salary, we also offer a range of other benefits depending on your role.

• Free parking
• Private Medical Insurance
• Fully supported CPD tailored to the needs of your role.

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