Senior Audit Manager - Data Analytics

Austin Rose Associates; Greater London; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

30 days annual leave

Performance-related bonus

Private medical care

Job summary

Austin Rose Associates in London seeks an Audit Data Analytics Senior Manager to lead the ADA team and drive AI-driven audit initiatives.

You will design bespoke analytics solutions, ensure governance, and embed advanced analytics into audit methodology while building technical capability across the firm. The role also offers a true work-life balance and a transparent progression path toward Director level as the firm grows beyond the Big 4.

Qualifications

• ACA or ACCA qualification with 2–3 years PQE in external audit or data analytics.
• Strong Power BI proficiency and experience with low-code platforms.
• Hands-on experience applying AI/ML to audit processes.

Responsibilities

• Oversee ADA team operations and support complex engagements.
• Research and implement AI and data analytics solutions to automate workflows.
• Establish governance and quality frameworks for data analytics across the practice.
• Embed analytics into standard audit methodology and develop technical capability.

Skills

Stakeholder communication

Audit knowledge

Data analytics mindset

Education

ACA/ACCA qualification

Tools

Power BI

Low-code platforms

AI/ML tools

Audit data analytics software

Job description

Audit Data Analytics Senior Manager | Top 10 Firm | London

Are you a Data Analytics specialist seeking a fast-growing, mid-tier audit firm that offers a true work-life balance alongside a direct, transparent pathway for progression?

About the Firm

This leading Top 10 firm in London combines a progressive, technology-first approach with a supportive culture that actively prioritises sustainable work-life balance. Experiencing rapid growth across its national office network, the firm provides ambitious professionals with clear progression pathways through to Director level and beyond, free from the rigid structures of the Big 4.

As an Audit Data Analytics Senior Manager you will:

• Oversee day-to-day operations of the Audit Data Analytics (ADA) team while leading complex engagement support and driving AI and GenAI development initiatives.
• Research, design, and implement bespoke AI and data analytics solutions that automate non-judgmental audit procedures and standard workflows.
• Establish, maintain, and enforce robust governance, quality, and regulatory compliance frameworks for all data analytics work across the practice.
• Embed advanced analytics techniques into standard audit methodology while building firm-wide technical capability through structured learning programmes.

As the successful candidate you will:

• Hold a full ACA or ACCA qualification with a minimum of 2-3 years' post-qualification experience in external audit, audit methodology, or a technical data analytics role.
• Demonstrate expert-level proficiency in Power BI (or equivalent visualisation tools) along with practical experience using low-code development platforms.
• Possess hands-on experience applying machine learning, AI, and specialised audit data analytics software to complex audit processes.
• Have a proven track record in persuading internal stakeholders and translating intricate technical concepts for non-technical audit teams.
• Have a strong background in either External or Internal Audit in practice

What You'll Receive

• 30 days annual leave
• Performance-related bonus scheme
• Private medical care