Audit Assistant Manager

MAZARS LIMITED; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading professional services firm in Manchester seeks a Senior Auditor to lead audits for large clients and provide mentorship to junior staff. The successful candidate will have a professional qualification such as ACA/ACCA/CA and experience in auditing major corporates. This role offers hybrid working, competitive salary, and a comprehensive benefits package, reinforcing the company's commitment to employee wellbeing and career progression.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Annual performance-based bonus

Hybrid working options

Wellbeing support

Qualifications

• Professional Qualification such as ACA, ACCA, CA or equivalent.
• Experience with large corporates and listed companies.
• Ability to supervise and coach junior staff.
• Strong understanding of UK GAAP, IFRS, and Companies Act.
• Excellent client management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead audits for large and complex audits across various industries.
• Develop strong client connections and resolve queries promptly.
• Oversee audit delivery ensuring compliance with quality standards.
• Mentor audit assistants and seniors during fieldwork.

Skills

Professional Qualification - ACA / ACCA / CA (or equivalent)

Sector Expertise - Experience auditing large corporates

Leadership Experience - Ability to lead external audits

Technical Knowledge - Understanding of UK GAAP and IFRS

Stakeholder Engagement - Managing client communications

Job description

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

Our Industry & Services Audit team works with some of the UK’s most dynamic and complex businesses, from FTSE-listed companies to large privately owned groups and UK subsidiaries of multinationals. We cover a diverse mix of sectors, including manufacturing, transport, hospitality, energy, real estate, technology, media, retail and professional services, providing high-quality audits that support growth and governance.

What You’ll Do

• Lead Audits - Take ownership of audits for large and complex audits across industries including manufacturing, retail, technology, transport and media, delivering accurate, compliant and high-quality work.
• Build Relationships - Develop strong client connections, acting as a key contact to resolve queries promptly and ensure billing runs smoothly.
• Ensure Excellence - Oversee audit delivery to agreed timescales, ensuring standards, procedures and quality expectations are consistently met.
• Coach & Collaborate - Mentor and support audit assistants and seniors, reviewing work, giving feedback and guiding them through fieldwork.

What You’ll Bring

• Professional Qualification - ACA / ACCA / CA (or equivalent).
• Sector Expertise - Experience auditing large corporates, listed companies and multinationals.
• Leadership Experience - Ability to take the lead on external audits; you will supervise and coach junior staff.
• Technical Knowledge - Strong understanding of UK GAAP (FRS 102), IFRS, and the Companies Act.
• Stakeholder Engagement - Competent managing client communications, and ensuring the delivery of exceptional, timely audit services.

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 based on experience and benchmarking, an annual performance-based bonus, and regular salary reviews to ensure you are rewarded for your efforts. You will enjoy hybrid working options, a healthy work-life balance, clear career progression opportunities and a comprehensive benefits package that includes wellbeing support because we believe in taking care of our people.

Location

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.

Ready to Grow, Belong and Impact? Apply now and join us at Forvis Mazars!