Audit Senior Manager

ACCA Careers; Wilmslow; On-site; GBP 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

ACCA Careers in Wilmslow is seeking an Audit Senior Manager to join a well-established professional services firm. This senior leadership role offers the opportunity to manage a diverse client portfolio, lead high-performing teams, and drive business growth.

Key responsibilities include leading audits across sectors, overseeing planning, execution and completion, acting as the main point of contact for key relationships, reviewing financial statements, mentoring junior staff, and identifying

Qualifications

• ACA/ACCA qualification or equivalent required.
• Proven experience at Audit Manager or Senior Manager level in practice.
• Strong technical knowledge of UK audit and accounting standards.
• Experience managing client relationships and leading audit teams.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Commercially aware with a proactive, solutions-focused mindset.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a portfolio of audit clients across sectors.
• Oversee planning, execution, and completion of audit assignments.
• Ensure all work complies with regulatory and professional standards.
• Act as main point of contact for key client relationships.
• Review financial statements and audit files prepared by the team.
• Provide technical guidance and support to audit staff.
• Manage, develop, and mentor junior team members.
• Identify opportunities for business development and cross-selling services.
• Contribute to strategic planning and continuous improvement within the audit function.

Skills

Leadership

Client relationships

Communication

Portfolio management

Audit management

Education

ACA / ACCA qualified (or equivalent)

Job description

We are recruiting for an Audit Senior Manager to join a well-established and growing professional services firm based in Wilmslow. This is a senior leadership position offering the opportunity to manage a diverse client portfolio, lead high-performing teams, and play a key role in driving business growth.

Client Details

A well-established Accountancy firm with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality audit, tax, and advisory services to a diverse range of clients. Known for its client-focused approach, the firm combines technical expertise with a collaborative culture to support both business growth and long-term client relationships.

Description

Key Responsibilities of the Audit Senior Manager:

• Lead and manage a portfolio of audit clients across a range of sectors
• Oversee the planning, execution, and completion of audit assignments
• Ensure all work is completed in line with regulatory and professional standards
• Act as the main point of contact for key client relationships
• Review financial statements and audit files prepared by the team
• Provide technical guidance and support to audit staff
• Manage, develop, and mentor junior team members
• Identify opportunities for business development and cross-selling services
• Contribute to strategic planning and continuous improvement initiatives within the audit function

Profile

A Successful Audit Senior Manager Should Have

• ACA / ACCA qualified (or equivalent)
• Proven experience operating at Audit Manager or Senior Manager level within practice
• Strong technical knowledge of UK audit and accounting standards
• Demonstrated experience managing client relationships and leading audit teams
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Commercially aware with a proactive and solutions-focused mindset
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines

Job Offer

• Competitive annual salary.
• Opportunities to move to a Partner role.
• Supportive and collaborative work environment.
• Access to ongoing professional development and training.
• Exposure to a diverse client base and challenging audit engagements.