Lead Audit Assistant – External Financial Reporting (Hybrid)

Hawthorne-Finch Talent Solutions; York and North Yorkshire; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working options

Pension

Generous holiday entitlement

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Fully funded firm social events

Job summary

Audit Assistant Manager role in York offers ownership of External Financial Reporting engagements within a respected local practice. You will lead engagement teams, manage budgets, supervise fieldwork, and coordinate with partners. ACA/ACCA qualified with 3+ years UK audit experience and strong knowledge of UK GAAP (FRS 102) and IFRS are required.

Structured hybrid working and clear progression toward Audit Manager, with a competitive salary and benefits package.

Qualifications

• ACA or ACCA qualified (or equivalent) with 3+ years' UK practice audit experience.

Responsibilities

• End-to-end management of audit assignments, including scoping, risk assessment, and partner review.
• Budget tracking and resource allocation for engagements.
• On-site supervision of fieldwork and completion meetings.
• Lead engagement teams and mentor junior staff.
• Direct liaison with clients and partners on technical queries and proposals.

Education

ACA/ACCA qualification

Job description

Audit Assistant Manager role in York offers ownership of External Financial Reporting engagements within a respected local practice. You will lead engagement teams, manage budgets, supervise fieldwork, and coordinate with partners. ACA/ACCA qualified with 3+ years UK audit experience and strong knowledge of UK GAAP (FRS 102) and IFRS are required.

Structured hybrid working and clear progression toward Audit Manager, with a competitive salary and benefits package.