Senior Audit Manager - UK Practice | Flexible Hours

Curtis Recruitment Limited; Banbury; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical cover

Pension

Death in service cover

Enhanced maternity leave

Flexible working patterns

Job summary

Curtis Recruitment Limited is seeking an Audit Manager for a well‑established accountancy practice in the UK. The role requires ACCA/ACA qualification and at least two years post‑qualified experience within a UK audit firm, with responsibility for planning, organising and managing client portfolios.

You will contribute to practice development in audit, accounts preparation and outsourcing for corporate clients, while managing staff, reviewing audit and accounts files, and helping drive business

Qualifications

• ACA or ACCA qualification or equivalent experience; FCA or FCCA desirable.
• Minimum of 2 years post-qualification experience in a UK audit practice.
• Ability to review and complete audit and accounts files quickly and efficiently.
• Minimum of 2 years' experience managing staff within a practice.
• Experience with charities and academies is an advantage.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Live within commuting distance of Banbury.
• Willingness to work outside normal hours.

Responsibilities

• Managing a portfolio of corporate clients, delivering high‑quality service on time and cost effectively.
• Developing knowledge of clients and acting as day-to-day contact.
• Responding to client and third‑party queries (e.g., HMRC).
• Mentoring staff by assigning work and providing training and feedback.
• Reviewing and finalising audit files, accounts and CT work by juniors.
• Conducting staff appraisals and supporting development.
• Identifying business opportunities and assisting partners with assignments; manage WIP.
• Liaising with partners about WIP and billing as required.
• Monitoring deadlines for filings and group reporting, ensuring timely completion.
• Planning and progressing work efficiently in partnership with staff.

Skills

Client management

Staff supervision

Communication skills

Networking

Education

ACCA/ACA qualification

Job description

Curtis Recruitment Limited is seeking an Audit Manager for a well‑established accountancy practice in the UK. The role requires ACCA/ACA qualification and at least two years post‑qualified experience within a UK audit firm, with responsibility for planning, organising and managing client portfolios.

You will contribute to practice development in audit, accounts preparation and outsourcing for corporate clients, while managing staff, reviewing audit and accounts files, and helping drive business