Audit Manager (French)

BDO UK; London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking firm that values authenticity and collaboration. As an Audit Manager, you will lead audit teams and engage with international institutions, ensuring high-quality assurance services. With a focus on professional development and flexible working arrangements, this role offers a unique opportunity to enhance your career while making a significant impact in the international development sector. Be part of a team that supports entrepreneurial success and fosters a people-centered culture, all while navigating the dynamic landscape of business advisory.

Qualifications

• Professional accountancy qualification preferred.
• Strong communication skills and audit experience required.

Responsibilities

• Lead engagement meetings and prepare audit plans.
• Coordinate and lead audit teams, write and review reports.

Skills

Audit experience

Bilingual French

Strong communication skills

Interest in international development

Education

Professional accountancy qualification (ACA / ACCA / CIMA / DEC)

Job description

Ideas | People | Trust

We're BDO, an accountancy and business advisory firm providing advice and solutions to help businesses navigate today's changing world.

Our clients are Britain's economic engine—ambitious, entrepreneurial, high-growth businesses, and their owners and management teams.

We'll broaden your horizons

Our Advisory team offers a wide range of services that deliver value-led advice and outcomes. They possess in-depth knowledge of business, industry sectors, and markets, understanding the dynamic risks and opportunities. The team works across strategy, operations, improvement, and transactional projects, covering everything from technology to risk advisory, ensuring comprehensive support. Joining us means working on exciting financial operations and business deals, enhancing your experience alongside industry experts.

We'll help you succeed

Our clients trust us because of the quality of our advice, which stems from a thorough understanding of their business built through close collaboration and long-term relationships.

You will be proactive in managing your tasks and confident in collaborating with colleagues and senior leadership to serve our clients effectively. You'll also be encouraged to identify opportunities to improve our delivery and expand our services.

International Institutions and Donor Assurance (IIDA)

IIDA works with global institutions like UN agencies, the European Commission, Foundations, and Development Agencies involved in international development. It provides assurance services, including audits, certifications, internal control assessments, technical assistance, and consultancy.

Audit Manager Responsibilities

• Lead engagement meetings (virtual and in-person)
• Prepare audit plans based on terms of reference and grant conditions
• Coordinate and lead audit teams
• Write and review audit reports

Requirements

• Professional accountancy qualification (ACA / ACCA / CIMA / DEC or equivalent) preferred
• Bilingual French and excellent English communication skills
• Audit experience
• Interest in international development sector
• Strong communication skills
• Proven audit and assurance track record
• Willingness to travel internationally (Europe, Africa, Asia, Middle East)

Our Culture and Development

We value authenticity, support, and respect, fostering a people-centered culture. We promote agile working, allowing flexible work arrangements. We invest in your career development through programs, resources, and frameworks.

We're in it together

Mutual support and collaboration are core values. We provide state-of-the-art collaborative spaces and encourage networking, sharing skills, and continuous learning through events and resources.

Looking Ahead

At BDO, we support entrepreneurial success, fueling the UK economy. With 17 locations and 6,500 professionals, we are committed to evolving and building on our strengths, ensuring global reach, integrity, and expertise. We aim to shape the future together with openness, clarity, and empowerment.