Audit Manager - Financial Services

Berg Kaprow Lewis LLP; London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading firm as an Audit Manager, specializing in Financial Services. You will lead audit teams, ensuring high-quality audits while mentoring junior staff. This role offers the opportunity to drive innovation in audit methodologies and foster client relationships in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years relevant audit experience with three years of UK experience.
• Thorough knowledge of current auditing standards and techniques.
• Proficiency in auditing tools/software, specifically caseware.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership and oversight to the audit team.
• Effectively manage the audit process and identify risks.
• Cultivate strong relationships with clients as a strategic advisor.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Client Relationship Management

Project Management

Problem Solving

Education

Chartered Accountant / ACA / ACCA / ICAS qualification

Tools

Caseware

Job description

Salary Range

£70,000-£80,000

Your opportunity

You will be joining a team specialising in Financial Services entities which are regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA). We work with wealth and asset managers, brokerage firms, investment funds, debt finance providers, payment service providers and electronic money institutions. Our engagements include full statutory audits, Limited and Reasonable Assurance Engagements, and EMI Safeguarding Audits.

How you will make a difference

As an Audit Manager, you will play an instrumental role in shaping the future of our audit practice and driving its continued success. Your leadership skills, deep technical expertise, and industry knowledge will be pivotal in delivering high-quality audits that exceed client expectations. You will foster an environment of continuous improvement and challenge, as well as drive innovation in our audit methodologies and processes. You will cultivate the next generation of auditors through your commitment to developing and mentoring your team, instilling a high standard for quality and performance. Your commitment to professional development and embodying our culture and values will see you thrive at BKL.

You will:

• Provide strategic leadership and oversight to your audit team, ensuring the delivery of high-quality audits that adhere to professional standards and meet client expectations, from meticulous planning to timely completion.

• Effectively manage the audit process, demonstrating a deep understanding of audit risks, complex accounting issues, and industry-specific regulations while proactively identifying and mitigating potential risks.

• Cultivate and maintain strong, trusted relationships with clients, acting as a strategic business advisor and industry expert within your designated client portfolio.

• Critically review and provide valuable feedback on audit work performed by the team, ensuring comprehensive documentation and adherence to firm methodologies before presenting for final review and sign-off.

• Foster an environment of open communication and constructive challenge, encouraging team members to think critically, raise concerns, and propose innovative solutions to complex audit matters.

• Model a solution-oriented mindset and demonstrate expertise in applying auditing methodologies to perform assurance engagements in compliance with relevant auditing standards and regulations.

• Effectively manage the financial and resource aspects of audit engagements, including pod financial performance, billing, recovery, lockup and utilisation rates.

• Continuously assess and optimise team structure and capabilities, ensuring the audit team is equipped with the necessary skills and resources to manage diverse client portfolios effectively.

• Spearhead internal audit initiatives, acting as a role model, mentor, and coach, fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional development within your team.

• Provide comprehensive on-the-job training, guidance, and hands-on support to team members, enhancing their auditing skills and familiarity with firm methodologies and best practices.

• Spearhead the training and development of the team for CASS specific audits.

You will be ideal for this role if you have:

• Chartered Accountant / ACA/ ACCA/ ICAS qualification.

• Minimum of five years relevant audit experience with three years of UK experience.

• Thorough knowledge of current auditing standards and techniques, CASS, and best practice.

• Proven project management ability with multiple audits.

• Confident in challenging yourself and others to complete high-quality testing and documentation.

• Exceptional communication, negotiation and client relationship management skills with a collaborative approach.

• Experience in encouraging a team and promoting collaboration and challenge with an ability to act quickly and resolve team issues and queries.

• Ability to effectively manage audit teams and provide guidance/training to junior staff members.

• Proficiency in auditing tools/software, specifically caseware and data analysis techniques for effective audit execution.

We know you have a lot to offer, which is why we want to give you the freedom to thrive no matter who you are or what your background is. You will have every opportunity to use your creativity in how you approach your work and the support to innovate.

Inclusion, diversity, and talent development are a fundamental aspect of who we are, and we welcome applications from candidates who share and champion these values. You will play an integral part in helping to make BKL a great place to work with a sense of belonging for everyone.

High challenge, high support

If you enjoy problem-solving and a fast-changing environment, you will thrive in this role.

As in all BKL roles, you will be able to take a flexible approach: balancing independent work with teamwork, and remote working with time in the office with colleagues.

You can get an insight into life at BKL here.

We’re proud to be one of the few Certified B Corporations in the accountancy sector. In joining us, you’ll become part of a business that’s committed to balancing profit and purpose.

Commitment to Information Security and Data Protection

At BKL, we are committed to maintaining the highest standards of information security and data protection through a comprehensive framework of policies and procedures. As part of this role, you will be expected to stay informed about these policies and ensure full compliance at all times. Adherence to our policies is critical, and failure to comply may result in disciplinary action in line with company procedures.

Take your next step

If this sounds like the role for you, we’d be delighted to discuss the career you could build at BKL.

Part of how we’ll get to know you, and make sure we’d work well together, is aptitude and psychometric testing during our selection process.

The start date of this role is as soon as possible... so we’re ready when you are!