Audit Manager - Asset Management and Capital Markets

BDO UK; Reading; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading accountancy and business advisory firm is seeking an Audit Manager to join their Financial Services Audit team. This role involves managing audits, ensuring quality and transparency, and contributing to the growth of the firm. The ideal candidate will be ACA/ICAS qualified with strong knowledge of financial reporting standards and experience in the financial services sector.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of UK and International GAAS, IFRS, UK GAAP.
• Experience auditing within the financial services sector.

Responsibilities

• Manage tasks, collaborate with team members, and communicate effectively.
• Deliver accurate, transparent reporting and long-term value.

Skills

Knowledge of UK GAAP

Knowledge of IFRS

Understanding of financial products

Experience auditing

Education

ACA/ICAS qualified or overseas equivalent

Job description

Audit Manager - Asset Management Capital Markets

Ideas | People | Trust

We're BDO, an accountancy and business advisory firm providing the advice and solutions entrepreneurial organizations need to navigate today's changing world.

We work with Britain's economic engine—ambitious, entrepreneurial, high-growth businesses—and directly advise their owners and management teams.

Our Team and Your Development

Our Financial Services Audit team comprises over 250 specialists dedicated to the financial industry. We provide quality assurance across various sectors, from startups to FTSE 250 companies, ensuring stability and trust in financial markets. Joining us means making a tangible impact and accelerating our growth in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. We offer comprehensive training, coaching, and development to support your success.

Your Role and Responsibilities

We prioritize quality in our audits, ensuring they are trusted and transparent for stakeholders. You will proactively manage your tasks, collaborate with team members, and communicate effectively with senior management and partners. Your work will help deliver accurate, transparent reporting and long-term value.

Qualifications and Experience

• ACA/ICAS qualified or overseas equivalent.
• Strong knowledge of UK and International GAAS, IFRS, UK GAAP, and Financial Reporting standards.
• Experience auditing within the financial services sector, including asset management, capital markets, banking, retail finance, or insurance.
• Understanding of financial products, regulatory issues, advice, and compliance, including anti-money laundering.
• Experience with systems/controls testing, substantive audits, consolidations, group audits, and statutory accounts.

Our Culture and Commitment

We value authenticity and recognize individual contributions. We promote agile working and offer flexible arrangements to suit you and your team. We support your personal and professional growth through structured programs, resources, and career development frameworks.

Our Values and Community

Mutual support and respect are core to our culture. We provide mentoring, coaching, and state-of-the-art collaboration spaces to foster learning and teamwork. We encourage networking, sharing skills, and continuous learning through various events and resources.

The Future at BDO

We help entrepreneurial businesses succeed, fueling the UK economy. Our success depends on our people, and we are committed to investing in your growth. We are evolving to enhance our global reach, integrity, and expertise, shaping the future together with openness and innovation.