Senior Audit & Accounts Manager - Top 20

ZipRecruiter; London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Top 20 firm in Central London is seeking a Senior Audit & Accounts Manager to manage a diverse portfolio of clients. This role offers flexibility to focus on audit, accounts, or a mix, tailored to individual strengths. Join a dynamic team with opportunities for career progression and a supportive environment for professional growth.

Benefits

Flexible core hours

33 days of holiday

Outstanding Performance Award Bonus

Career Development Program

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Recent exposure to both audit and accounts work in the UK.
• Practical experience with UK GAAP.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of PE-backed/OMB clients across various sectors.
• Conduct pre-audit meetings with clients.
• Prepare time budgets for assignments.

Skills

Client Relationship Management

Audit

Accounts Management

Resource Management

Education

ACA ICAEW

ACCA

Job description

Job Description

Senior Audit & Accounts Manager – Top 20

About the Role: Ambition is partnering with a leading Top 20 firm to hire a Senior Audit & Accounts Manager for their Central London office. This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic and growing team, with the flexibility to shape the role around your strengths and interests.

About the Firm: Our client is part of a leading international network and has demonstrated strong growth in recent years. As a training firm, they ensure a continuous influx of talented trainees and provide robust support from their technical team.

About the Team: The team has been expanding year on year, driven by a mix of client wins through tendering and organic growth. This growth promises future opportunities for career progression.

Your Portfolio: You will manage a portfolio of audit and accounts clients worth approximately £800k-£1m, including SMEs and PE-backed businesses. Clients span various sectors, with particular strength in tech and construction. The established team offers flexibility, allowing you to focus on audit, accounts, or a balanced mix, tailored to your preferences.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage a portfolio of PE-backed/OMB clients across various sectors, including Tech and Construction.
• Meet client needs and maximize portfolio income by delivering high-quality services.
• Efficiently manage resources and workflow.
• Handle client correspondence and build strong client relationships.
• Plan, control, and review client work to ensure efficient and effective job completion.
• Conduct pre-audit meetings with clients to discuss significant business events and areas requiring attention.
• Prepare time budgets for assignments, ensuring profitability.
• Ensure trainees receive a variety of jobs for broad training and experience.
• Conduct six-monthly appraisals and sign off training records for allocated staff.
• Complete staff review forms after each job, providing feedback and identifying areas for development.
• Identify opportunities for additional services to offer clients.
• Target new clients through networking, marketing, and referrals.
• Undertake ad-hoc project work, including compliance or value-added services.

Requirements:

• ACA ICAEW, ACCA qualified or equivalent.
• Recent exposure to both audit and accounts work in the UK.
• Right to work in the UK (no sponsorship provided).
• Practical experience with UK GAAP.
• Experience with IFRS is beneficial.

Benefits:

• Agile Working: Flexible core hours between 10 AM and 2 PM, with two days of remote work each week.
• Holidays: 33 days of holiday, including bank holidays, with the option to buy or sell up to 5 days (28 days during a training contract, with the option to buy 5 additional days).
• Salary Package: Competitive salary package.
• Employee Recognition: Recognition programs such as the Outstanding Performance Award Bonus.
• Career Development: New and improved succession planning program and supportive management structure.
• Employee Assistance Programme: Free, confidential 24-hour support service, including unlimited counseling sessions and virtual doctor consultations for you and your family.