Audit Manager / Senior Manager

Brewer Morris; Southampton; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Brewer Morris is assisting a Top 20 accountancy practice in Southampton to recruit an Audit Manager/Senior Manager. You will manage a diverse client portfolio, lead complex audits, and mentor audit teams while collaborating with Partners on strategic matters.

The role offers clear progression toward Director/Partner along with a flexible, people-focused culture. You will oversee high-quality audits for SME, mid-market and corporate clients, ensuring compliance with UK GAAP/FRS 102 and audit

Qualifications

• ACA or ACCA qualified (or equivalent).
• Proven experience at Audit Manager or Senior Manager level in a UK accountancy practice.
• Strong knowledge of UK GAAP, FRS 102 and audit regulations; IFRS exposure advantageous.
• Experience managing a substantial client portfolio across SME, mid-market and corporate clients.
• Demonstrated ability to lead, develop and motivate high-performing audit teams.
• Strong stakeholder management and client relationship-building skills.
• Based in or commutable to Southampton.

Responsibilities

• Manage and develop a portfolio of audit clients as trusted advisor and primary relationship contact.
• Lead planning, delivery and completion of complex audit engagements with quality and deadlines.
• Review audit files and provide technical oversight across multiple engagements.
• Coach and develop Audit Seniors, Managers and Assistant Managers.
• Collaborate with Partners to identify opportunities for additional services and support business development.
• Provide commercially focused insights and recommendations to clients and senior stakeholders.
• Support practice growth through networking, proposals, and wider firm initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and firm-wide audit quality standards.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Team leadership

Auditing expertise

Business development

Education

ACA or ACCA

Job description

My client is a Top 20 Accountancy Practice looking to further strengthen their Southampton Audit team with the appointment of an Audit Manager or Senior Manager. The firm has a well-established presence across the South Coast, servicing a diverse portfolio of clients ranging from ambitious owner-managed businesses through to large corporate and international groups across a broad range of sectors.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing and highly regarded audit practice where you will take ownership of a varied client portfolio, work closely with Partners on strategic client matters, and play a key role in the ongoing development of both the team and wider service offering. The Southampton office has built a reputation for combining technical excellence with a genuinely supportive and collaborative culture, making it an environment where people can thrive professionally whilst maintaining a strong work-life balance.

The Partners are highly visible and invested in the development of their people, providing clear progression opportunities and meaningful exposure to decision-making within the practice. Whether your ambition is to broaden your leadership responsibilities or progress towards Director and Partner level, the firm is well-positioned to support that journey.

Key reasons for joining:

• High-quality client portfolio with diverse and complex engagements
• Clear progression pathway with genuine opportunities for advancement
• Strong emphasis on audit quality and technical excellence
• Supportive and collaborative leadership team
• Opportunity to influence the growth and direction of a successful practice
• Flexible and people-focused working environment

Main responsibilities:

• Manage and develop a portfolio of audit clients, acting as a trusted advisor and primary relationship contact
• Lead the planning, delivery and completion of complex audit engagements, ensuring quality standards and deadlines are consistently achieved
• Review audit files and provide technical oversight, guidance and challenge across multiple engagements
• Coach, mentor and develop Audit Seniors, Managers and Assistant Managers, fostering a high-performing team culture
• Work closely with Partners to identify opportunities for additional services, support business development initiatives and contribute to client retention strategies
• Provide commercially focused insights and recommendations to clients and senior stakeholders
• Support practice growth through networking, proposal work and participation in wider firm initiatives
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and firm-wide audit quality standards

Requirements:

• ACA or ACCA qualified (or equivalent)
• Proven experience operating at Audit Manager or Senior Manager level within a UK accountancy practice
• Strong technical knowledge of UK GAAP, FRS 102 and audit regulations, with IFRS exposure advantageous
• Experience managing a substantial client portfolio across SME, mid-market and corporate clients
• Demonstrated ability to lead, develop and motivate high-performing audit teams
• Strong stakeholder management and client relationship-building skills
• Commercially minded with an interest in contributing to practice growth
• Based in or commutable to Southampton

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