Senior Audit Manager

Michael Page; Bexhill-on-Sea; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Generous holiday allowance

Career progression

Supportive team environment

Diverse client portfolio

Job summary

Michael Page is seeking a Senior Audit Manager in Bexhill-on-Sea to lead audits from planning through completion and mentor junior staff. The role emphasizes strong leadership, adherence to accounting standards and client advisory excellence.

The position offers hybrid working, a clear path to RI status and exposure to a diverse client portfolio within professional services. Competitive remuneration reflects experience and responsibilities.

Qualifications

• A recognised qualification in accounting or finance (e.g., ACA, ACCA).
• Extensive experience in audit within the professional services industry.
• Strong technical knowledge of accounting standards and regulations.
• Proven leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent communication and client relationship-building abilities.
• Proficiency in audit software and financial systems.
• Willingness to develop to RI status.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage audit engagements from planning to completion.
• Ensure compliance with accounting regulations and industry standards.
• Provide technical guidance and support to audit teams.
• Review and finalise audit reports for accuracy and completeness.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships, acting as a trusted advisor.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and implement best practices.
• Mentor and develop junior team members within the department.
• Collaborate with other departments to support business objectives.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Client relationship building

Communication skills

Technical accounting knowledge

RI readiness

Education

ACA/ACCA

Job description

The Senior Audit Manager will oversee audit engagements, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and delivering high-quality results. This role in Bexhill-on-Sea requires strong leadership in accounting and finance within the professional services industry.

Client Details

This medium-sized professional services organisation specialises in accounting and finance, providing tailored solutions to clients. With a focus on excellence and precision, the company has a reputation for delivering exceptional audit and financial services.

Description

This will be a hands-on role in which the individual will be responsible for planning, running and reviewing audit work. For the right person, there is the opportunity to progress to Audit RI level.

• Lead and manage audit engagements from planning to completion.
• Ensure compliance with accounting regulations and industry standards.
• Provide technical guidance and support to audit teams.
• Review and finalise audit reports for accuracy and completeness.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships, acting as a trusted advisor.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and implement best practices.
• Mentor and develop junior team members within the department.
• Collaborate with other departments to support business objectives.

Profile

A successful Senior Audit Manager should have:

• A recognised qualification in accounting or finance (e.g., ACA, ACCA).
• Extensive experience in audit within the professional services industry.
• Strong technical knowledge of accounting standards and regulations.
• Proven leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent communication and client relationship-building abilities.
• Proficiency in audit software and financial systems.
• Willingness to develop to RI status.

Job Offer

• Competitive salary ranging from £60,000 to £75000, depending on experience.
• Generous holiday allowance to support work-life balance.
• Hybrid working.
• Opportunities for career progression within the accounting and finance department.
• Supportive team environment in a Bexhill-on-Sea location.
• Exposure to a diverse client portfolio within the professional services industry.