Audit Manager - Hybrid, Complex Client Audits

ACCA Careers; Godalming; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Generous holiday allowance

Private medical coverage

Job summary

ACCA Careers is seeking an Audit Manager in Godalming for a mid-tier client in Professional Services. You will manage client portfolios, lead large audits, and provide strategic input while ensuring high-quality audit execution and timely responses to clients.

You will oversee risk management, develop methodologies, and support trainee development. Hybrid working and a competitive salary are offered with a focus on commercial awareness.

Qualifications

• Experience managing both people and a portfolio within a mid-tier firm.
• High level of familiarity with UK auditing and accounting standards.
• Good understanding of corporate tax.
• Experience developing and implementing audit methodologies and quality control procedures.
• Experience in substantive and controls-based audits, group reporting and cross-border groups.
• Expertise in delivery of the primary accounting frameworks (UK GAAP, FRS 101, FRS 102 and IFRS).

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of clients with fees around £500,000.
• Lead large, complex audits and ensure high-quality execution.
• Provide solutions to partners on audit challenges.
• Manage client relationships and act as first point of contact for issues.
• Support trainee development and monitor audit teams.
• Identify commercial opportunities and assist with proposals and networking.
• Be a “safe pair of hands” while knowing when to escalate to partners.

Skills

People and portfolio management

Auditing standards

Corporate tax knowledge

Audit methodologies

Quality control procedures

Group reporting & cross-border audits

Accounting frameworks delivery (UK GAA

Education

ACA or ACCA or equivalent

Job description

ACCA Careers is seeking an Audit Manager in Godalming for a mid-tier client in Professional Services. You will manage client portfolios, lead large audits, and provide strategic input while ensuring high-quality audit execution and timely responses to clients.

You will oversee risk management, develop methodologies, and support trainee development. Hybrid working and a competitive salary are offered with a focus on commercial awareness.