South Coast Audit Manager: Lead Complex Portfolios & Growth

Brewer Morris; Southampton; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Brewer Morris is assisting a Top 20 accountancy practice in Southampton to recruit an Audit Manager/Senior Manager. You will manage a diverse client portfolio, lead complex audits, and mentor audit teams while collaborating with Partners on strategic matters.

The role offers clear progression toward Director/Partner along with a flexible, people-focused culture. You will oversee high-quality audits for SME, mid-market and corporate clients, ensuring compliance with UK GAAP/FRS 102 and audit

Qualifications

• ACA or ACCA qualified (or equivalent).
• Proven experience at Audit Manager or Senior Manager level in a UK accountancy practice.
• Strong knowledge of UK GAAP, FRS 102 and audit regulations; IFRS exposure advantageous.
• Experience managing a substantial client portfolio across SME, mid-market and corporate clients.
• Demonstrated ability to lead, develop and motivate high-performing audit teams.
• Strong stakeholder management and client relationship-building skills.
• Based in or commutable to Southampton.

Responsibilities

• Manage and develop a portfolio of audit clients as trusted advisor and primary relationship contact.
• Lead planning, delivery and completion of complex audit engagements with quality and deadlines.
• Review audit files and provide technical oversight across multiple engagements.
• Coach and develop Audit Seniors, Managers and Assistant Managers.
• Collaborate with Partners to identify opportunities for additional services and support business development.
• Provide commercially focused insights and recommendations to clients and senior stakeholders.
• Support practice growth through networking, proposals, and wider firm initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and firm-wide audit quality standards.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Team leadership

Auditing expertise

Business development

Education

ACA or ACCA

Job description

Brewer Morris is assisting a Top 20 accountancy practice in Southampton to recruit an Audit Manager/Senior Manager. You will manage a diverse client portfolio, lead complex audits, and mentor audit teams while collaborating with Partners on strategic matters.

The role offers clear progression toward Director/Partner along with a flexible, people-focused culture. You will oversee high-quality audits for SME, mid-market and corporate clients, ensuring compliance with UK GAAP/FRS 102 and audit