Audit Senior Manager

Ambition; Cheltenham; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Direct application bonus

On-site parking

Profit share

28 days annual leave

Career progression framework

Life assurance 6x salary

Health and wellbeing benefits

Enhanced maternity/paternity leave

Social events

Job summary

Ambition near Cheltenham is seeking an Associate Director to lead Audit, Accounts & Tax for a growing independent practice. You will own a broad client portfolio, lead complex engagements, and advise on technical and commercial matters across multiple industries.

The role requires ACA/CA/ACCA qualifications, strong UK GAAP/IFRS knowledge, and a track record in business development. A competitive benefits package and clear career progression are offered.

Qualifications

• ACA, CA, or ACCA qualified.
• Solid knowledge of UK GAAP, IFRS, ISAs, and Companies Act.
• Confident in business development and client relationship growth.
• Proactive, self-sufficient working style with ownership mindset.

Responsibilities

• Lead audit delivery for a portfolio of clients with strong quality and service standards.
• Build trusted, long-term client relationships and advise on technical, commercial, and regulatory matters.
• Take full ownership of service delivery across the portfolio, including remuneration planning.
• Guide clients through acquisitions, disposals and fundraising processes.
• Develop new audit and non-audit opportunities through proactive business development.

Skills

Audit leadership

UK GAAP

IFRS knowledge

Business development

Education

ACCA/ACA/CA qualified

Tools

Audit tools

Job description

Associate Director - Audit, Accounts & Tax

Are you a qualified audit professional ready to step into a senior leadership role within a thriving, independent practice? This is a standout opportunity for someone who combines strong technical expertise with genuine commercial acumen, and who wants to make a real impact for clients and colleagues alike.

Joining an established and expanding audit team based near Cheltenham, you'll take ownership of a broad client portfolio, lead on complex engagements, and serve as a trusted adviser to businesses ranging from ambitious growth-stage companies to well-established market leaders, spanning a wide range of industries.

If you're looking for a role where your judgement is respected, your development is supported, and your contribution genuinely matters, this could be the right next step.

Are you a qualified audit professional ready to step into a senior leadership role within a thriving, independent practice? This is a standout opportunity for someone who combines strong technical expertise with genuine commercial acumen, and who wants to make a real impact for clients and colleagues alike. Joining an established and expanding audit team based near Cheltenham, you'll take ownership of a broad client portfolio, lead on complex engagements, and serve as a trusted adviser to businesses ranging from ambitious growth-stage companies to well-established market leaders, spanning a wide range of industries. If you're looking for a role where your judgement is respected, your development is supported, and your contribution genuinely matters, this could be the right next step.

What You'll Be Doing

• Lead audit delivery for a portfolio of clients with turnover ranging from £1m to £100m, ensuring consistently high standards of quality and service
• Build trusted, long-term client relationships, acting as the go-to adviser on technical, commercial, and regulatory matters
• Take full ownership of service delivery across the portfolio, including remuneration planning and corporate group structure considerations
• Guide and support clients through significant corporate transactions, including acquisitions, disposals, and fundraising processes
• Play an active role in business development, both through nurturing existing client relationships and pursuing new audit and non-audit opportunities

What We're Looking For

• ACA, CA, or ACCA qualified
• Solid and current technical knowledge across UK GAAP, IFRS, ISAs, and Companies Act legislation
• Confidence in business development and a demonstrable track record of managing and growing client relationships
• A proactive, self-sufficient working style, with the ability to take ownership and make sound decisions independently

Nice to Have

• Experience managing a diverse client portfolio across multiple sectors
• Exposure to corporate finance or transactional advisory work within a practice setting

Why Join

Our client offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Direct application bonus
• On-site parking or a contribution towards parking costs, depending on your location
• Profit share scheme
• 28 days' annual leave, with the option to purchase additional days up to a total of 30
• A transparent and structured career progression framework
• Life assurance at 6x annual salary
• A wide range of health and wellbeing benefits, including discounted gym membership, on-site mental health first aiders, access to an online GP, an Employee Assistance Programme, and Aviva Digicare+
• Enhanced maternity and paternity leave
• Regular social events across both teams and the wider firm