Audit Assistant Manager

Mazars; Newport; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading audit firm in Newport is seeking an experienced Audit Manager to lead audits for SMEs and privately owned businesses. The role requires strong client relationship skills, ensuring quality and compliance while coaching junior staff. Ideal candidates will have proven experience in audit management and mentoring while being committed to delivering high-quality services. This position presents a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in the audit industry.

Qualifications

• Proficient in managing audits for SMEs and privately owned businesses.
• Strong interpersonal skills for developing client relationships.
• Experience in mentoring junior team members.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage audits to ensure compliance and quality.
• Build strong relationships with clients and resolve their queries.
• Oversee audit delivery to meet deadlines and quality standards.

Skills

Audit management

Client relationship building

Coaching and mentorship

Job description

Job Description

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...