Manager, Audit (Social Housing)

CROWE; Greater London; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Crowe is seeking an ambitious Audit Manager specialising in the social purpose sector to join our award‑winning team. You will develop a specialism in Social Housing while leading external audits for a diverse portfolio of charities and housing providers across the UK.

Based in London, Midlands or Manchester with flexible or part‑time options, you will manage audit teams, build client relationships, and contribute to high‑quality governance and financial reporting across the sector.

Qualifications

• Qualified ACA, ICAS or ACCA or equivalent.
• Strong knowledge of auditing and accounting standards.
• Experience in managing audit teams and client relationships.

Responsibilities

• Managing a portfolio of external audit clients and leading audit teams.
• Delivering high‑quality audits within budget and timelines.
• Coaching junior staff and supporting career development.
• Business development and expanding client networks.

Skills

Auditing

People management

Accounting standards

Client relationship management

Education

ACCA/ICAS/ACA or equivalent

Tools

Excel

Word

Job description

About Crowe

Crowe is a leading national firm offering audit, tax, advisory, and consulting services with global reach and local expertise. As an independent member of Crowe Global, one of the top 10 accounting networks worldwide, we have access to over 40,000 professionals across 140+ countries and more than 800 offices globally.

Our vision is to be a leader in our chosen markets, creating lasting value for our clients and our people and being a trusted partner in their success.

We are dedicated to driving client success, empowering our people, embracing sustainability, delivering technological change and acting in the public interest.

We are looking for an ambitious Audit Manager with a passion for the social purpose sector to join our award‑winning team and develop a specialism in Social Housing. You will be joining the leading firm of auditors to the charitable sector committed to delivering a quality service to a high‑profile portfolio of clients. This role has the option to be based within our London, Midlands or Manchester office working with our national team with flexible or part time working arrangements also a possibility.

The role will involve working with a variety of social purpose organisations including charities and social housing providers together with other non‑for‑profit organisations from start‑ups to well established, prestigious clients within the sector (including INGOs, grant makers, schools, academies, membership organisations, professional bodies and social housing providers), many of whom are top 100 charities or household names. The role has the flexibility to develop its own portfolio in areas of interest alongside social housing.

This is a great opportunity for anyone that is looking to make a difference in the social purpose space and help our clients to deliver the greatest impact through good governance and financial management. You will be working alongside experienced partners in a dynamic and growing team, within a supportive and approachable environment. Your role will be challenging and varied and you will be encouraged to take on responsibilities and offered excellent opportunities to quickly develop and progress further within the firm.

Crowe are a leading provider of services to the Social Housing sector and have been an area of investment for the firm. We work closely with many umbrella bodies and act as Technical Advisor to the Housing SORP working party.

Responsibilities

• Managing a portfolio of external audit clients to deliver a year‑round service including building and maintaining strong working relationships with clients and colleagues.
• Managing a number of audit teams and ensuring planned work is completed within the agreed budget and timescales from planning through to completion.
• Act as a principal contact for your clients through the year delivering a proactive service.
• Be able to work to tight deadlines taking responsibility for your work and multi‑tasking in an organised manner. You must time plan your own work and client appointments.
• Preparation and presentation of reports to senior management and audit committees/boards.
• Direct, coach and mentor audit teams to assist them in the delivery of engagements.
• Be proactive in business development activities and developing, maintaining and monitoring your own network.
• Involvement in proposals and presentations for new work.
• Potential for involvement in the provision of wider assurance services to clients.
• Participate in team and firm wide activities and training opportunities.

Technical skills, experience & knowledge

• Qualified ACA, ICAS or ACCA or equivalent.
• A good working knowledge of Excel and Word.
• Strong technical knowledge of auditing and accounting standards.
• Strong people management skills enabling you to support, coach and mentor more junior colleagues.

Desirable

• Knowledge and experience of audits in the non‑profit sector.

Why choose Crowe?

Whatever career you choose, whether in audit, tax, marketing or HR, we can offer you a rewarding and clear career pathway, designed to help you develop your existing talents as well as discovering new ones, positioning you to make a meaningful difference to our ever‑growing and varied client base.

At Crowe we foster a collaborative and inclusive culture, and we will encourage, support and guide you on an exciting professional journey of self‑discovery.

We value innovation and welcome those committed to making a difference for our clients, communities, and colleagues. With access to expert knowledge, continuous learning, competitive salaries, and flexible benefits, you will have the tools to build a rewarding career.

We are committed to diversity in our teams, equal opportunity and merit‑based progression. We promote a healthy working environment with flexible working approach alongside dedicated wellbeing support, helping our people to thrive both professionally and personally.

Following changes to government policy in April 2024, we only accept applications from individuals with an existing, permanent, right to live and work in the UK.