Audit Manager - Hybrid, Client-Facing Leader

Protalent; Crawley; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Generous holiday entitlement

Wellbeing package

Professional development

Job summary

Protalent is seeking an Audit Manager to lead audit engagements across a diverse client base and provide expert guidance to junior and senior team members. You will oversee assignments, present findings to clients, and contribute to business development while maintaining high-quality service delivery.

The role emphasizes collaboration within a supportive, flexible environment with hybrid working, generous holiday, wellbeing benefits, and ongoing professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• AAC or ACCA qualification or equivalent.
• Proven audit experience in a professional services firm, ideally at Manager level.
• Strong client management skills with a track record of delivering high-quality audit services.
• Analytical mindset with ability to identify and implement process improvements.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage audit assignments across a broad range of industries.
• Provide expert guidance and resolve key audit matters in consultation with clients and senior team members.
• Supervise and support audit teams, offering coaching and on-the-job training.
• Attend and present findings at client meetings, including audit committee and board presentations.
• Contribute to business development efforts, including client proposals and networking activities.

Skills

Analytical mindset

Client management

Audit leadership

Process improvements

Education

ACA/ACCA qualification

Job description

Protalent is seeking an Audit Manager to lead audit engagements across a diverse client base and provide expert guidance to junior and senior team members. You will oversee assignments, present findings to clients, and contribute to business development while maintaining high-quality service delivery.

The role emphasizes collaboration within a supportive, flexible environment with hybrid working, generous holiday, wellbeing benefits, and ongoing professional development opportunities.