Audit Quality Banking Methodology - Assistant Manager

Forvis Mazars UK; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global professional services network is seeking an Assistant Manager for their Audit Quality Banking Methodology team in London. You will support the development of auditing standards, provide technical assistance to audit teams, and contribute to quality initiatives. Ideal candidates will have a professional qualification and banking audit experience. The position offers a competitive salary, hybrid working options, and opportunities for career progression.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Annual performance-based bonus

Hybrid working options

Comprehensive benefits package

Qualifications

• Experience operating at Assistant Manager level within banking audit or quality roles.
• Good technical understanding of relevant IFRS and auditing standards.
• Ability to explain complex technical matters clearly to stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Support the development of banking audit methodology.
• Provide technical support to audit teams on emerging banking issues.
• Contribute to audit quality initiatives and quality management.

Skills

Professional Qualification

Banking Audit Experience

Technical Knowledge of IFRS

Communication Skills

Quality Focus

Education

ACA, CA, ACCA or equivalent

Job description

Audit Quality Banking Methodology - Assistant Manager (5026)

At Forvis Mazars, we're always looking ahead, for our people, our clients and the wider world. Together, we grow, belong and impact. You'll be supported to learn, explore and develop from day one. We celebrate individuality, encourage bold thinking and believe success comes from working together. With us, you'll belong to your local team, gain global experience, and make a meaningful impact now and in the future.

About The Team:

You will be joining the Financial Institution Methodology Team, part of the firm's Audit Quality Support Team, which supports auditors across the banking and financial services practice. The team promotes consistent audit quality through the development and maintenance of audit methodology, policies, tools and guidance, delivery of technical banking training, and direct support to audit teams on complex and emerging audit and financial reporting issues.

As an Assistant Manager in the Audit Quality Support Methodology Banking team, you will support the delivery of high-quality audits by contributing to methodology development, supporting audit teams on technical and quality matters, and helping to ensure compliance with auditing, ethical and regulatory requirements. You will also support training and quality initiatives, working with stakeholders across the audit practice to drive consistent, high-quality audit outcomes.

What You'll Do:

• Audit Methodology – Support the development, maintenance and enhancement of the firm's banking and financial institutions audit methodology, ensuring compliance with auditing, ethical and regulatory requirements.
• Practice Support – Provide practical, risk-focused methodology and technical support to audit teams on complex or emerging banking audit issues.
• Quality & Compliance – Support audit quality initiatives and contribute to the firm's system of quality management and consistent audit outcomes.
• Methodology Projects – Contribute to methodology updates, guidance, tools and templates for the banking audit practice.
• Training & Knowledge Sharing – Support the development and delivery of technical banking audit training and guidance.

What You'll Bring:

• Professional Qualification – ACA, CA, ACCA or equivalent.
• Banking Audit Experience – Experience operating at Assistant Manager level within banking audit, audit quality or methodology-focused roles.
• Technical Knowledge – Good technical understanding of IFRS and auditing standards relevant to Financial Institutions and Banking.
• Communication Skills – Ability to explain complex technical matters clearly and practically to audit teams and stakeholders.
• Quality Focus – Strong commitment to audit quality, professional scepticism and continuous improvement.

What We Offer:

Forvis Mazars is a leading global professional services network delivering quality across audit, tax, advisory and consulting. We're united by a shared purpose and a strong sense of belonging, with a culture rooted in inclusion, responsibility, and collaboration. With us, you'll be empowered to shape your career, contribute your ideas, and make a difference from day one.

We embrace individuality and encourage everyone to bring their whole selves to work. Whether you're looking to stretch your potential, build meaningful relationships or be part of a diverse, forward-thinking team, this is a place where you can thrive.

Salaries & Benefits:

At Forvis Mazars, we pride ourselves on being a fair and competitive employer, we offer a competitive salary which are based on experience and benchmarking. We have an annual performance-based bonus, and regular salary reviews to ensure you are rewarded for your efforts.

You will enjoy hybrid working options, allowing you to maintain a healthy work-life balance, along with clear career progression opportunities that will support your growth. Our comprehensive benefits package includes wellbeing support because we believe in taking care of our people. Does this sound like the kind of place where you can thrive?

Location:

• London Office – Located in 30 Old Bailey, London, EC4M 7AU. Moments from City Thameslink, St Paul's and Farringdon stations. Ideally positioned in the heart of the City of London, near major landmarks and law courts.
• Manchester Office – Located in One St Peter's Square, Manchester, M2 3DE. Easily accessible from Piccadilly and Oxford Road stations. A vibrant city centre location surrounded by top restaurants, shops, and cultural hotspots.

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