Corporate Assistant Manager/Manager

Butler Rose Ltd; Bridgnorth; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading public practice firm in Bridgnorth is seeking an experienced Corporate Audit Manager to lead audit assignments and supervise staff. The ideal candidate will have ACA or ACCA qualifications and a strong background in UK auditing. Responsibilities include planning audits, managing client relationships, and mentoring junior staff. This role offers a competitive salary and hybrid working arrangements. Apply now if you meet the qualifications!

Qualifications

• Minimum 3-5 years of audit experience in a UK public practice environment.
• Strong working knowledge of UK GAAP (FRS 102 / 105) and ISA (UK) auditing standards.
• Proven leadership and supervisory experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead audit assignments from planning through to completion for a portfolio of clients.
• Prepare and review audit planning documents, risk assessments, and audit strategy memos.
• Supervise and review the work of audit juniors and semi-seniors.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Proficiency in Excel

Education

ACA / ACCA qualified or finalist

Tools

CaseWare

CCH

Mercia Audit

Job description

Corporate Audit Manager / Manager

Bridgnorth

Salary £45,000 to £60,000

Butler Rose, public practice is delighted to be supporting our client, a well-established firm based in Bridgnorth. They have a great opportunity for an experienced Audit Senior or recently promoted to Audit Assistant Manager. The successful candidate will play a key role in delivering high-quality audit services to a diverse portfolio of clients across a range of industries, while supervising junior team members and contributing to the firm's continued success.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead audit assignments from planning through to completion for a portfolio of clients in accordance with UK auditing standards (ISA (UK)).
• Prepare and review audit planning documents, risk assessments, and audit strategy memos.
• Supervise and review the work of audit juniors and semi-seniors, ensuring compliance with firm methodology and professional standards.
• Perform technical reviews of financial statements prepared under FRS 102, FRS 105, and IFRS where applicable.
• Liaise with clients and audit managers throughout the audit process to ensure effective communication and timely completion.
• Identify and communicate audit findings and recommendations for process improvement.
• Act as the primary point of contact for clients during audit engagements, maintaining strong working relationships.
• Manage client expectations and ensure excellent service delivery.
• Assist in resolving technical accounting and auditing queries.
• Coach, mentor, and support junior team members, fostering a culture of learning and development.

Key Requirements

• ACA / ACCA qualified (or finalist) with a strong academic background.
• Minimum 3-5 years of audit experience in a UK public practice environment.
• Strong working knowledge of UK GAAP (FRS 102 / 105) and ISA (UK) auditing standards.
• Experience with audit software such as CaseWare, CCH, or Mercia Audit.
• Excellent communication, organisational, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments and meet deadlines under pressure.
• Proven leadership and supervisory experience.
• Proficiency in Excel and cloud-based accounting systems.
• Hybrid and flexible working arrangements.

This is an outstanding opportunity for the right individual to join this firm of choice.

Please apply now if you have the relevant skills and experience to meet the requirements as set out above and we will be in contact to discuss further.

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This role is advertised by Liezl Botha, Butler Rose (AGY) [e-mail]

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Butler Rose is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.
Butler Rose Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.