Technical Manager – London (hybrid) – £70-75,000

Warner Scott Recruitment; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading mid-tier accountancy firm in London is looking for a Technical Audit Manager to join their central Technical & Training team. This hybrid role focuses on providing expert technical guidance, shaping audit methodologies, and delivering internal training. Ideal candidates will have strong knowledge of UK GAAP and IFRS, experience in a technical audit role, and excellent communication skills. The position offers competitive benefits including life cover and enhanced holiday options.

Benefits

Life cover

Critical illness protection

Enhanced pension options

Annual salary reviews

Flexible holiday options

Qualifications

• Strong working knowledge of UK GAAP and IFRS.
• Prior experience in a technical role or senior audit position.
• Interest in audit software and data analytics.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support on UK GAAP, IFRS, and auditing standards.
• Research and interpret complex technical issues.
• Develop and deliver engaging training sessions.

Skills

Technical support on UK GAAP

Technical support on IFRS

Audit methodologies

Communication skills

Tools

Audit software

Data analytics

Job description

Overview

Technical Audit Manager - London (hybrid) - £70-75,000. Our client, a leading mid-tier accountancy firm with a strong UK and international presence, seeks a Technical Audit Manager to join its central Technical & Training team. This is a high-impact role that blends technical advisory, audit methodology, and professional training—ideal for someone passionate about audit quality and technical excellence.

The Role

As a Technical Audit Manager, you'll play a pivotal part in supporting the firm's audit practice by offering expert technical guidance, shaping audit methodologies, and contributing to the delivery of internal training on key accounting and auditing matters.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide technical support on UK GAAP (FRS 102), IFRS, and auditing standards to client-facing teams.
• Research and interpret complex technical issues; create and share clear guidance material.
• Review and enhance audit methodologies and frameworks in line with regulatory standards.
• Develop and deliver engaging training sessions and technical updates for internal teams.
• Assist with cold file reviews and contribute to root cause analysis (RCA) projects.
• Stay ahead of regulatory changes and emerging best practices in audit and financial reporting.

To Qualify, You Must

• Have strong working knowledge of UK GAAP and IFRS.
• Have prior experience in a technical role or a senior audit position with a passion for technical matters.
• Have had exposure to AIM-listed or PIE clients is desirable but not essential.
• Be a confident communicator, pro-active, and well-organised.
• Interested or experienced in audit software and data analytics is a bonus.

Why Apply

This role offers the opportunity to move from client delivery into a strategic, firm-wide position where you will shape quality, consistency, and future-proof processes across the business. It is ideal for someone who enjoys knowledge-sharing, technical depth, and supporting the wider audit function to thrive.

Benefits

• Life cover, critical illness, and income protection
• Enhanced pension and holiday options (buy/sell scheme)
• Season ticket loan and cycle-to-work scheme
• Annual salary reviews and continuous development

If you're ready to move into a role that blends technical expertise with strategic influence, we'd love to hear from you.