Public Sector Audit Assistant Manager

GRANT THORNTON; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Audit Assistant Manager to join their Public Sector Audit team. This role offers a unique opportunity to work with major public sector bodies, enhancing your career through diverse responsibilities and professional development. You will leverage your expertise in UK GAAP and audit software while managing a significant portfolio of clients. The company values flexibility and diversity, fostering an inclusive environment where your contributions matter. Join a team dedicated to making a meaningful impact in the public sector and enjoy a supportive workplace that promotes work-life balance.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Career development programs

Support for up-skilling

Diversity and inclusion initiatives

Qualifications

• Professional qualification (ACA, ICAS, CA, ACCA, or CIPFA) with post-qualification experience.
• Experience managing audits of public sector bodies.

Responsibilities

• Lead discussions with clients on business challenges confidently.
• Maintain and develop technical knowledge in auditing.

Skills

UK GAAP / FRS102

Audit Software

Microsoft Packages

Project Management

IFRS Knowledge

Education

ACA

ACCA

CIPFA

ICAS

CA

Tools

Audit Software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job ID: R1033664

Job type: Permanent

Time type: Full time

Categories: Audit & Assurance

More than you expected

The UK member firms of Grant Thornton are part of a global network of independent audit, tax, and advisory firms, comprising over 76,000 professionals in more than 150 countries. We are a team of independent thinkers prioritizing quality, inclusion, and integrity. We aim to provide a different, better experience for our clients—personal, proactive, and agile. That's Grant Thornton.

Job Description:

We want to tell you what it's like to work within Public Sector Audit at Grant Thornton, and what we can offer that others may not.

Why Public Sector Audit at Grant Thornton

Our UK audit practice employs over 2,300 people across 24 locations. We pride ourselves on our strong position in terms of wellbeing, resources, and quality, evidenced by recent positive AQR results.

Our Public Sector Audit team is a market leader in external audits for local government (including police and fire services) and the NHS, auditing approximately 25% of the NHS market and 36% of local government. We work with some of the largest public sector bodies and are supported by specialist teams in financial reporting, audit quality, value for money, and grants assurance. We are proud of our contributions to the sector and the role we play for taxpayers.

Our size and culture offer more career development opportunities, greater responsibility, and work variety. We support your career growth through development programs and opportunities.

We welcome applications from those who have taken career breaks or wish to return to public sector audit, supporting up-skilling and reintegration.

Life is about more than work

We support flexible working arrangements, including reduced or condensed hours, job shares, and hybrid working, to help balance work and personal life. We encourage a flexible approach to work schedules to accommodate personal commitments.

Knowing we’re right for you

We value diversity and inclusion, fostering an environment where everyone can perform at their best. Our open culture means interacting with approachable leaders who value your unique contributions. We support bringing your whole self to work and pursuing passions outside of work.

A look into the role

As an Audit Assistant Manager in our Public Sector Audit team, you will:

• Have excellent knowledge of UK GAAP / FRS102
• Have extensive experience with audit software and Microsoft packages
• Be genuinely interested in clients, able to discuss business challenges confidently
• Maintain and develop technical knowledge to lead discussions with clients

Knowing you’re right for us

The minimum requirements include a professional qualification (ACA, ICAS, CA, ACCA, or CIPFA) with post-qualification experience and confidence managing a large portfolio of audit clients. Preferred skills include:

• Experience managing audits of public sector bodies and handling complex technical matters
• Strong knowledge of UK GAAP / FRS102
• Project management experience
• Experience with IFRS and auditing listed companies (beneficial)
• Extensive experience with audit software and Microsoft packages

Beyond the job

Your impact extends beyond daily tasks—through secondments, fundraising, and supporting entrepreneurs worldwide, embodying our values of purposefulness, curiosity, candor, and kindness.

We seek individuals eager to contribute, innovate, and uphold integrity for the benefit of clients, colleagues, and society. Join us to make a meaningful difference.