Insurance Audit Lead (Assistant Manager)

ACCA Careers; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Forvis Mazars UK is seeking a motivated Assistant Manager to join our Insurance audit team. You will lead insurance audits from planning through completion, supervising junior staff and managing client communications to deliver high-quality, timely audits.

Working alongside experienced specialists, you will apply UK GAAP/FRS 102, IFRS, and the Companies Act, while developing your leadership and industry expertise in a collaborative, inclusive environment.

Qualifications

• ACA/CA/ACCA qualification or equivalent.
• Insurance sector external audit and assurance experience.
• Experience leading audit engagements from planning to completion.
• Ability to supervise and coach junior staff effectively.
• Up-to-date knowledge of UK GAAP (incl. FRS 102), IFRS, Companies Act.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and client relationship skills.
• People management and on-the-job training abilities.
• Clear written and verbal communication; proficient with audit tools and MS Office.
• Ability to manage budgets, timelines and quality/risk controls.
• Willingness to contribute to process improvements and knowledge sharing.

Responsibilities

• Audit delivery – Manage insurance audits from planning through completion to meet timelines and quality standards.
• Planning and organisation – Develop audit strategies and scoping plans with clear resource and time management.
• Technical application – Apply knowledge of UK GAAP/FRS 102/IFRS/Companies Act; escalate issues as needed.
• Review and reporting – Draft sections of key outputs such as long-form audit reports, packs, and committee communications.
• Team support – Lead and supervise audit assistants and seniors during fieldwork; assign tasks and provide feedback.
• Coaching and development – Support growth of junior team members with guidance and training.
• Quality and compliance – Ensure audit files meet firm standards; address review points and regulatory requirements.
• Client relationships – Act as day-to-day contact; respond to requests and build professional relationships.
• Commercial awareness – Monitor time against budgets; assist with billing per plans; identify value opportunities.
• Collaboration – Work with other service lines and contribute to firm-wide initiatives.

Skills

ACA/CA/ACCA

Education

ACA/CA/ACCA (or equivalent)

Job description

Forvis Mazars UK is seeking a motivated Assistant Manager to join our Insurance audit team. You will lead insurance audits from planning through completion, supervising junior staff and managing client communications to deliver high-quality, timely audits.

Working alongside experienced specialists, you will apply UK GAAP/FRS 102, IFRS, and the Companies Act, while developing your leadership and industry expertise in a collaborative, inclusive environment.