Audit Manager - Lead Growth & Client Relationships

LHH Recruitment Solutions; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Audit Manager role in Liverpool with a leading independent North West firm. You will lead audits from planning to completion, managing a portfolio of SME/owner‑managed and not‑for‑profit clients while directly supervising 3–4 staff.

The role emphasises business development, client relationships and progression toward RI status within an established management team. ACA/ACCA qualification and solid UK auditing knowledge are required.

Qualifications

• Must be ACA/ACCA qualified or equivalent.
• Experience managing multiple audits and deadlines.
• Strong technical knowledge of UK auditing and accounting standards.

Responsibilities

• Manage and deliver audit engagements from planning through to completion.
• Act as main point of contact for a portfolio of clients including not-for-profit and SME/owner-managed businesses.
• Directly line manage 3-4 team members.
• Involvement in pitches and tenders; identify opportunities within existing client relationships; develop visibility within the firm.

Skills

Audit management

Client relationship

Business development

Team leadership

Deadline management

Education

ACA/ACCA qualification

Job description

Audit Manager role in Liverpool with a leading independent North West firm. You will lead audits from planning to completion, managing a portfolio of SME/owner‑managed and not‑for‑profit clients while directly supervising 3–4 staff.

The role emphasises business development, client relationships and progression toward RI status within an established management team. ACA/ACCA qualification and solid UK auditing knowledge are required.