Audit Manager – Full Time – Newbury

Catering; Newbury; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Unknown Audit Firm in Newbury, West Berkshire, is seeking an experienced Audit Manager to join its established practice. The role focuses on managing a diverse client portfolio and delivering audits from planning through to completion.

The successful candidate will lead assignments, provide technical guidance, foster strong client relationships and contribute to the growth of the audit department. Strong ACA/ACCA credentials and senior audit experience are required.

Qualifications

• Qualified ACA or ACCA with solid audit practice experience.
• Proven track record leading audits from planning to completion.
• Strong client relationship and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Managing a portfolio of audit clients, from planning to completion.
• Reviewing audit files and financial statements to ensure high quality output.
• Mentoring Audit Seniors and Assistant Managers and guiding issues.

Skills

Audit leadership

Team mentoring

Client relationships

Portfolio management

Education

ACA or ACCA qualified

Job description

A well-established accountancy practice is looking to appoint an experienced Audit Manager to join its Newbury office.

This is a key appointment within the audit team and would suit an experienced Audit Manager looking for a new challenge, increased responsibility and a clear opportunity to progress within an established practice.

The successful candidate will manage a varied portfolio of audit clients, lead assignments from planning through to completion and provide guidance to the wider audit team.

The Role:

• Managing a portfolio of audit clients
• Planning, managing and completing audit assignments
• Reviewing audit files and financial statements
• Ensuring assignments are delivered to a high standard and within budget
• Supervising and mentoring Audit Seniors and Assistant Managers
• Providing technical guidance and resolving audit issues
• Developing and maintaining strong client relationships
• Liaising with Partners and Directors on client matters
• Managing workflow, deadlines and team resources
• Identifying opportunities to improve processes and client service
• Supporting the development and progression of junior members of the team
• Contributing to the continued growth of the audit department

About You:

• ACA or ACCA qualified
• Proven experience within an accountancy practice
• Strong audit experience at Manager or highly experienced Assistant Manager level
• Confident managing audits from planning through to completion
• Experience supervising and developing junior team members
• Strong technical accounting and auditing knowledge
• Excellent client relationship and communication skills
• Commercially minded with a proactive approach
• Able to work independently while contributing effectively to the wider team
• Keen to progress and take on further responsibility

Salary: £50000 – £75000/annum

Job Type: Permanent

Location: Newbury, West Berkshire