Audit Manager

Butler Rose Ltd; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 51,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading accountancy firm in Preston is seeking an Audit Manager to oversee audit engagements and manage client portfolios. The ideal candidate will be ACA or ACCA qualified with substantial audit experience. Responsibilities include leading audit projects from planning to completion, mentoring junior staff, and ensuring compliance with standards. The position offers a competitive salary of up to £60,000, flexible hybrid working options, and a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Flexible & hybrid working

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Employee recognition awards

Support service including counselling

Qualifications

• Significant audit experience in leading roles.
• Strong technical understanding of audit and financial standards.
• Proven track record of managing client relationships.

Responsibilities

• Lead audit engagements from planning to completion.
• Manage a portfolio of clients, ensuring service quality.
• Supervise and mentor junior staff.

Skills

Technical knowledge of audit standards

Client relationship management

Team leadership

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

ACA or ACCA qualified

Job description

Audit Manager

Preston

up to £60,000 depending on experience

Butler Rose are pleased to be recruiting for a leading accountancy practice for an Audit Manager role based in Preston. This is an exciting opportunity to join a well-established team and work across a diverse portfolio of clients, including owner-managed businesses and SMEs.

Benefits

• Flexible & hybrid Working: core hours from 10 AM to 2 PM and two days working from home.
• 25 days holiday Plus Bank Holidays, plus the opportunity to buy or sell up to 5 days
• Competitive salary package + annual review
• Employee recognition awards for Outstanding Performance and other recognition initiatives.
• New and improved programme for succession planning and supportive management structure
• Access a free confidential 24-hour support service, including unlimited counselling sessions and virtual doctors available for you and your family.

What you'll be doing

• Leading audit engagements from planning through to completion
• Managing a portfolio of clients, ensuring deadlines are met and high-quality service is delivered
• Supervising and mentoring junior staff
• Liaising with clients and providing proactive audit advice
• Ensuring compliance with auditing standards and regulatory requirements

What we're looking for

• ACA or ACCA qualified (or equivalent) with significant audit experience
• Strong technical knowledge of audit and financial reporting standards
• Proven ability to manage and develop client relationships
• Experience in leading and mentoring junior staff
• Excellent communication and organisational skills

If you're an experienced Audit Manager looking to take the next step in your career with a forward-thinking accountancy firm in Preston, we'd love to hear from you.

Butler Rose is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.

Butler Rose Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.