Public Sector - Audit Manager or Senior Manager

MAZARS UK; Manchester; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Forvis Mazars is seeking an Audit Manager or Senior Manager to lead audit engagements in the public sector. This role involves managing client relationships, overseeing audit teams, and ensuring high-quality service delivery. Candidates should possess ACA/CA/ACCA qualifications and relevant experience, with strong technical knowledge in UK GAAP and IFRS.

Qualifications

• Experience as an Audit Manager or Senior Manager.
• Relevant Public Sector audit experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead multiple audit engagements from planning to finalisation of reports.
• Manage stakeholder relationships and oversee team members.
• Collaborate with senior leaders up to Partner level.

Skills

Technical knowledge of UK GAAP

Technical knowledge of IFRS

Technical knowledge of FRS 102

Technical knowledge of Companies Act

Stakeholder management

Client service management

Education

ACA / CA / ACCA qualification (or equivalent)

Job description

Public Sector - Audit Manager or Senior Manager (4594)

Forvis Mazars cares about your career progression, offering individually designed career paths that help you pursue your interests, match your changing needs, and explore your true potential. We work with diverse, prestigious clients across a range of sectors and geographies, giving you the opportunity to constantly update and grow your skills for lifelong professional development.

Our Audit team at Forvis Mazars specializes in delivering high-quality services to our clients. Our Public Sector team provides distinctive audit and advisory services across five sectors – local government, central government, health and social care, education, housing, and charities. At Forvis Mazars, you will be able to bring your authentic self to work. We will support your career progression, work-life balance, and wellbeing.

About the role

• Lead multiple audit engagements from planning to finalisation of reports in line with agreed timescales.
• Work closely with clients and provide an exceptional service.
• Manage stakeholder relationships at audited entities and work with senior staff, overseeing and developing team members.
• Collaborate with senior leaders up to Partner level.

What are we looking for?

• ACA / CA / ACCA qualification (or equivalent).
• Experience as an Audit Manager or Senior Manager.
• Relevant Public Sector audit experience.
• Technical knowledge of UK GAAP, IFRS, FRS 102, and Companies Act.
• Experience leading external audits, managing client portfolios, and leading audit teams.
• Experience in managing, training, and coaching team members.

About Forvis Mazars

Forvis Mazars is a leading global professional services network operating under a single brand worldwide, with two members: Forvis Mazars LLP in the US and Forvis Mazars Group SC, operating in over 100 countries.

We are committed to providing an unmatched client experience through audit & assurance, tax, and advisory services. Our strategic vision aims to move clients, people, industry, and communities forward, addressing sustainability issues like human rights, climate change, and environmental impacts.

We are a diverse, multicultural, multi-generational team that values ownership, involvement, and individual ideas. We empower our people, celebrate individuality, and foster teamwork and agility. Our Manchester office is located at One St Peters Square, a vibrant business hub.

We are committed to inclusivity and accessibility in our recruitment process. Please contact us for any support needed during your application.

Documents

• FM - PS SNR MAN - JD.pdf (106.87 KB)