Audit Manager or Senior Manager Southampton

Ambition; Southampton; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected accountancy firm is seeking an experienced Audit Manager/Senior Manager in Southampton to lead audit engagements and mentor team members. This role offers significant responsibilities across multiple sectors including manufacturing and technology, with a focus on collaboration and continuous improvement. The ideal candidate will possess extensive audit experience and strong leadership skills, and have the right to work in the UK.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in audit within a UK accountancy practice.
• Strong leadership, communication, and relationship-building skills.
• Right to work as no sponsorship can be provided.

Responsibilities

• Manage audits for clients across multiple sectors.
• Oversee 2-4 direct reports, providing coaching and mentoring.
• Lead audits from planning through to completion.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Relationship-building

Job description

Audit Manager / Senior Manager

Location: South Coast
Working Hours: 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Ambition is proud to be working with a respected accountancy firm to recruit an experienced Audit Manager or Senior Manager. This opportunity offers a balance of technical challenge, leadership responsibility, and a supportive, people-focused culture.

About the Role
This position involves leading a variety of audit engagements across multiple sectors, managing and mentoring team members, and contributing to the firm's growth and development. The role suits someone who values collaboration, continuous improvement, and flexibility.

Key Responsibilities

Client Portfolio

• Manage audits for clients across manufacturing, property, technology, and retail
• Work with entities typically up to £50-60 million in turnover but can be higher
• Experience with charities and regulated sectors (e.g., legal) is beneficial
• Option for occasional travel to unique international locations!

Team & Structure

• Join a well-balanced audit team of over 65 professionals
• Clear management structure with defined responsibilities
• Typically oversee 2-4 direct reports, providing coaching and mentoring
• Promotions are merit-based, with promotion cycles twice a year

Business Development

• Support senior leaders in networking and attending events
• Help build relationships and identify opportunities

Technical & Operational Excellence

• Lead audits from planning through to completion
• Review complex files including group audits, IFRS, and restructuring scenarios
• Promote efficiency through process improvements and technology adoption
• Ensure audit files meet high internal and external quality standards

What We're Looking For

• Significant experience in audit within a UK accountancy practice
• Strong leadership, communication, and relationship-building skills
• Right to work as no sponsorship can be provided

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to join a forward-thinking and inclusive firm. If you're ready to take the next step in your audit career, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today or contact Ambition for a confidential conversation.

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