Mid-Market - Audit Assistant Manager

MAZARS UK; Manchester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global professional services network in Manchester is seeking a Mid-Market Audit Assistant Manager to lead audits and manage client relationships. This role involves mentoring junior staff while ensuring high-quality standards are met in audit delivery. The ideal candidate will have a professional qualification and strong technical knowledge of UK regulations. This position offers a competitive salary, hybrid working options, and opportunities for career progression.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Annual performance-based bonus

Hybrid working options

Comprehensive benefits package

Qualifications

• Experience auditing Mid-Market, SMEs and privately owned businesses.
• Strong understanding of UK GAAP (FRS 102), IFRS, and the Companies Act.

Responsibilities

• Lead audits for Mid-Market, SMEs and privately owned businesses.
• Develop strong client connections and resolve queries.
• Oversee audit delivery to ensure standards are met.
• Mentor and support audit assistants and seniors.

Skills

Leadership Experience

Stakeholder Engagement

Technical Knowledge

Education

Professional Qualification (ACA / ACCA / CA)

Job description

Mid-Market - Audit Assistant Manager (5205)

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 Mid-Market Audit team partners with ambitious organisations ranging from family‑owned companies to private equity‑backed groups and scaling international businesses. Spanning sectors such as food manufacturing, healthcare, engineering, and fintech, we deliver tailored, value‑added audits that help privately owned businesses grow with confidence.

What You'll Do:

• Lead Audits – Take ownership of audits for Mid‑Market, SMEs and privately owned businesses, 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 Mid‑Market, SMEs and privately owned businesses.
• Leadership Experience – Ability to take the lead on external audits, you'll 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'll enjoy hybrid working options, allowing you to maintain a healthy work‑life balance, along with clear career progression opportunities that will support your growth. Our comprehensive benefits package includes wellbeing support because we believe in taking care of our people. Does this sound like the kind of place where you can thrive?

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!

Documents

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