Assistant Audit Manager

Salary: £45,000 – £52,000 per annum (depending on experience)

Location:
Bristol

This is an exciting opportunity to join a leading accountancy and business advisory firm that has built a strong reputation for its work with clients in the legal sector. The role sits within a highly regarded Professional Practices team, supporting a portfolio that spans from sole practitioners to top 100 law firms across the UK. With a strong emphasis on professional development, collaborative working, and technical excellence, this role offers both challenge and opportunity for an ambitious auditor looking to specialise in the legal and professional services sector.

• Lead statutory audit assignments from planning through to completion, ensuring high-quality and timely delivery
• Manage on-site audit teams, ensuring compliance with audit standards and procedures
• Support, mentor, and supervise junior team members to aid in their professional development
• Prepare audit documentation and reports for Manager and Partner review
• Identify and resolve technical issues, offering commercially sound and practical solutions
• Develop strong working relationships with clients through clear communication and expert guidance
• Contribute to process improvements and knowledge sharing within the audit function
• Undertake occasional statutory accounts preparation where required

• ACA / ACCA qualified or part-qualified (or equivalent international qualification)
• Proven experience in statutory audit within a public practice environment
• Prior exposure to professional practices or legal sector clients is advantageous
• Strong planning and organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple assignments
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proficient in the use of audit and accounting software
• Strong interpersonal skills and a professional approach when working with clients and colleagues
• Competitive salary and annual reviews
• Pension scheme with company contributions
• Group life assurance (up to 4x salary)
• Group income protection
• Health cash plan to support day-to-day medical costs
• Option to buy up to 5 additional days of holiday*
• Counselling services and virtual GP access for you and your family
• Cycle to work scheme*
• Medicash Extras including retail and gym discounts
• Recognition rewards for career milestones and personal achievements
• One volunteering day per year to support community initiatives
• Access to emergency financial assistance via charitable foundation support