Privately Owned Business - Audit Assistant Manager

Forvis Mazars UK; London; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global professional services network is seeking an Audit Assistant Manager to lead audit engagements for privately owned businesses. This role offers the chance to mentor junior staff and work closely with clients while enhancing your career in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Several years of experience leading external audits from planning to completion.
• Relevant experience in auditing privately owned businesses.
• Up-to-date technical knowledge of UK GAAP / FRS102 and IFRS.

Responsibilities

• Lead multiple audit engagements, overseeing and mentoring junior staff.
• Work closely with clients to provide exceptional service.
• Manage stakeholder relationships at audited entities.

Skills

Leadership

Client Service

Team Management

Education

ACA

CA

ACCA

Job description

Privately Owned Business - Audit Assistant Manager (4750)

At Forvis Mazars, we're agile enough to embrace change and deliver impact. We encourage our people to feel empowered to shape the future of the firm. We are constantly improving our work methods to enhance our solutions, giving you a significant role in your work and your team's success.

About the team

Our Audit team specializes in delivering high-quality services to our clients. Privately-Owned Businesses constitute a significant part of our client base, both in the UK and globally. This role offers the opportunity to work with a prestigious list of SME and Privately Owned Business clients, broadening your experience in this service line. At Forvis Mazars, we support authentic self-expression, career progression, work-life balance, and wellbeing.

About the role

1. Lead multiple audit engagements, overseeing and mentoring junior staff.
2. Work closely with clients to provide exceptional service.
3. Manage stakeholder relationships at audited entities, collaborating with senior staff and up to Partner level.

What are we looking for?

• ACA / CA / ACCA (or equivalent) qualification.
• Several years of experience leading external audits from planning to completion.
• Relevant experience in auditing privately owned businesses.
• Up-to-date technical knowledge of UK GAAP / FRS102 and IFRS.
• Experience in managing, training, and coaching audit trainees.

About Forvis Mazars

Forvis Mazars is a leading global professional services network operating under a single brand worldwide. It comprises Forvis Mazars LLP in the US and Forvis Mazars Group SC, an internationally integrated partnership in over 100 countries. We are committed to providing exceptional client experiences across audit & assurance, tax, and advisory services. Our strategic vision focuses on advancing our clients, people, industries, and communities, addressing emerging sustainability issues globally.

We are a diverse, multicultural, multi-generational team that values connection and belonging. We encourage ownership of your career, involvement, self-belief, and idea implementation.

At Forvis Mazars, we empower our people, celebrate individuality, and thrive on teamwork and agility. We foster bold foresight and personal contributions to our shared purpose. We support quality delivery, change-making, and understanding to help everyone reach their full potential.

Inclusion is central to our culture. We aim to make our recruitment process accessible and inclusive. Please contact us to discuss any accommodations you may require to support your application.

For more information and to apply, please visit our website via the “Apply” button below.