Lead Audit Manager: Client Growth & Compliance

Butler Rose; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Butler Rose are working closely with a well-established Independent Firm who currently has an opportunity for an Audit Manager to join their team in Manchester. You will take ownership of a diverse portfolio of audit clients, overseeing the planning, delivery and management of engagements.

This is a key leadership role requiring strong technical expertise, commercial awareness and professional judgement, alongside the ability to lead, support and develop audit teams.

Qualifications

• Experience managing an audit portfolio in a professional practice.
• Strong technical knowledge of auditing standards and regulatory requirements.
• Qualified ACA/ACCA with post-qualification experience.

Responsibilities

• Managing the full audit lifecycle from planning to completion in line with ISAs.
• Managing client relationships as a key point of contact and identifying value opportunities.
• Leading and coaching audit teams with delegation and feedback.
• Monitoring budgets, WIP, billing and recoverability for portfolio performance.
• Maintaining professional standards and effective communication under pressure.
• Ensuring compliance with ISQM 1, AML and firm policies.
• Supporting senior management with risk escalation, CPD and initiatives.
• Contributing to business development, tenders and client pitches.
• Collaborating across the firm to foster trust and continuous improvement.

Skills

Audit management

Team leadership

Client relationship management

Billing & WIP oversight

Regulatory knowledge

Education

ACA/ACCA qualified

Job description

Butler Rose are working closely with a well-established Independent Firm who currently has an opportunity for an Audit Manager to join their team in Manchester. You will take ownership of a diverse portfolio of audit clients, overseeing the planning, delivery and management of engagements.

This is a key leadership role requiring strong technical expertise, commercial awareness and professional judgement, alongside the ability to lead, support and develop audit teams.