Audit Manager Colchester Audit

TC Group; Colchester; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

TC Group in Colchester is seeking an experienced Audit Manager to lead audits, manage client relationships and drive practice development. You will oversee planning, fieldwork and completion, and contribute to training and development of the team.

The role focuses on 70-80% audit work with opportunities to progress toward Responsible Individual status, supported by a collaborative leadership team and flexible hybrid working arrangements.

Qualifications

• ACA or ACCA qualified (or equivalent)
• Experience leading external audit assignments
• Comfortable managing client relationships and supervising junior staff

Responsibilities

• Managing and leading audit assignments from planning through to completion
• Reviewing work and coaching junior team members
• Building and maintaining strong client relationships
• Attending and leading client meetings
• Supporting partners with portfolio management and practice development
• Preparing and reviewing statutory accounts
• Assisting with tax compliance work where required
• Identifying opportunities to improve client service and add value
• Contributing to training and development of the wider team

Skills

Auditing

Client relationships

Leadership

Mentoring juniors

Education

ACA or ACCA qualification

Job description

Ready to Take the Next Step in Your Audit Career?

Are you currently an Audit Senior, Assistant Manager, or Audit Manager looking for a fresh challenge? Do you want to join a growing, ambitious practice where your development is genuinely supported and where a future Responsible Individual (RI) pathway could be within reach?

We're looking for an experienced and motivated Audit Manager to join our Colchester office. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who enjoys leading audits, developing client relationships, and taking on increasing responsibility within a supportive and forward-thinking firm.

The Role

This is a predominantly audit-focused position, with approximately 70-80% of your time spent on audit work. You'll manage a varied portfolio of clients across a range of sectors, while also supporting with accounts preparation and some corporate and personal tax work.

Key responsibilities include:

• Managing and leading audit assignments from planning through to completion
• Reviewing work completed by junior team members and providing coaching and support
• Building and maintaining strong client relationships
• Attending and leading client meetings
• Supporting partners and directors with portfolio management and practice development
• Preparing and reviewing statutory accounts
• Assisting with tax compliance work where required
• Identifying opportunities to improve client service and add value
• Contributing to the training and development of the wider team

About You

We're interested in speaking with candidates who are:

• ACA or ACCA qualified (or equivalent)
• Currently working at Audit Senior, Assistant Manager or Manager level within a UK accountancy practice
• Experienced in leading external audit assignments
• Comfortable managing client relationships and supervising junior staff
• Technically strong with good knowledge of UK accounting and auditing standards
• Looking to take the next step in their career or join a firm offering greater progression opportunities
• Ambitious, proactive and keen to develop towards senior leadership responsibilities

What's on Offer?

• Salary of £55,000 - £60,000 depending on experience
• Clear progression opportunities with a realistic pathway towards RI status in the future
• A diverse and interesting client portfolio
• Supportive leadership team committed to career development
• Hybrid and flexible working arrangements
• Ongoing professional development and training
• Friendly and collaborative working environment
• Excellent long-term career prospects

Why Join Us?

You'll be joining a firm that values ambition, professional growth and high-quality client service. Whether you're an Assistant Manager ready for your first management role or an established Manager seeking a new challenge, this is an opportunity to build a long-term career with genuine progression potential.

Hours

36 hours per week - Monday to Friday, 9:00am to 5:00pm

Standard benefits across all offices. Please refer to the advert for the full benefits available.

• Holiday entitlement
• Pension scheme
• Group life assurance
• Access to our corporate reward scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Opportunity to develop your skills and progress within the firm
• Regular training and development