Product Owner — Audit Tools & Governance

Forvis Mazars LLP; Manchester; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Forvis Mazars LLP in Manchester is seeking an experienced Product Owner for Audit Tools & Techniques (ATTs). You will own the BAU governance, licence management and ongoing embedding of audit tools within delivery teams, ensuring compliance with ISQM1 and audit methodology.

The role emphasizes stakeholder coordination, supplier management and clear guidance for audit teams, with a focus on maintaining control, risk management and continuous improvement across the tool portfolio.

Qualifications

• Experience in audit quality, audit operations, or governance-focused environments.
• Strong understanding of audit methodology and regulatory requirements (e.g. ISQM1).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for practical guidance.
• Ability to manage multiple tools, priorities and processes with tight control.

Responsibilities

• Own the BAU lifecycle of ATTs and licensed audit tools after delivery and rollout.
• Maintain governance and compliance positions, incl. renewals and decommissioning.
• Manage licence allocation, access control and renewal cycles across the audit population.
• Lead relationships with third-party suppliers, including renewals and performance reviews.
• Monitor tool usage and feedback to inform prioritisation and updates.

Skills

Audit governance

Stakeholder management

Requirements gathering

Risk management

Documentation

Communication skills

Commercial awareness

Job description

Forvis Mazars LLP in Manchester is seeking an experienced Product Owner for Audit Tools & Techniques (ATTs). You will own the BAU governance, licence management and ongoing embedding of audit tools within delivery teams, ensuring compliance with ISQM1 and audit methodology.

The role emphasizes stakeholder coordination, supplier management and clear guidance for audit teams, with a focus on maintaining control, risk management and continuous improvement across the tool portfolio.