Senior Audit Manager - Flexible Hours & Benefits

W Talent; Wakefield; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working hours

25 days + bank holidays

Health Cash Plan

Life assurance 4x salary

Eye test support

Staff incentives & referrals

Regular social events

Employee discounts

Job summary

W Talent Finance is seeking an experienced Audit Manager in Wakefield to lead a diverse portfolio of clients across the region. You will work with directors and audit teams to deliver high‑quality assignments on time and within budget, while developing a high‑performing audit function.

ACA or ACCA qualified professionals with UK practice background will thrive, as you oversee planning, risk assessment, and mentoring of junior staff, and contribute to business development initiatives within a

Qualifications

• Qualified ACA or ACCA with UK practice background.
• Experience leading audit portfolios and teams.
• Strong knowledge of accounting and auditing standards.
• Excellent client relationship management.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Proficient in Excel, Word, PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Manage a growing portfolio of audit clients across a range of sectors.
• Lead delivery of high-quality audit assignments within agreed timelines and budgets.
• Plan audits, assess risks and develop tailored audit programmes alongside senior stakeholders.
• Ensure all audit work complies with relevant regulatory and professional standards.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships, providing excellent client service.
• Manage audit budgets, billing and recoveries to achieve performance targets.
• Coach, mentor and develop junior team members, providing constructive feedback and guidance.
• Support continuous improvement of audit processes and quality standards.
• Work closely with directors on business development, tendering and growth initiatives.

Skills

ACA/ACCA qualified

UK accountancy practice

Audit management

Client relationship management

Communication skills

Education

ACCA/ACA qualification

Tools

MyWorkpapers

Microsoft Office

Job description

W Talent Finance is seeking an experienced Audit Manager in Wakefield to lead a diverse portfolio of clients across the region. You will work with directors and audit teams to deliver high‑quality assignments on time and within budget, while developing a high‑performing audit function.

ACA or ACCA qualified professionals with UK practice background will thrive, as you oversee planning, risk assessment, and mentoring of junior staff, and contribute to business development initiatives within a