Audit Manager

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Audit Manager

South East | Hybrid Working

An established and highly regarded independent accountancy and advisory firm is looking to appoint an experienced Audit Manager to join its growing Audit team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified professional ready to take ownership of a varied portfolio, lead a high-performing team, and contribute to client growth and service excellence.

The Role

As Audit Manager, you will manage a portfolio of audit clients, ensuring high-quality delivery, adherence to budgets and deadlines, and strong fee recovery. You’ll act as a key client contact while leading and developing your team.

Key responsibilities:

Managing and developing a portfolio of audit clients

Planning and allocating audit assignments to ensure efficient workflow

Setting audit scope and budgets, briefing teams and monitoring progress

Reviewing completed audit files prior to RI sign-off

Ensuring compliance with professional standards and internal quality procedures

Leading audit close-down and review meetings with clients

Managing billing, fee agreements and resolving budget variances

Identifying opportunities to improve audit efficiency and client service

Supporting cross-selling of wider firm services

Ensuring AML, KYC and engagement compliance

Leadership & Team Development

You will play a central role in developing the audit team, including:

Setting clear objectives at the outset of each assignment

Monitoring KPIs and providing regular, constructive feedback

Coaching and mentoring Assistant Managers and junior team members

Supporting recruitment and succession planning

Running workflow meetings to ensure deadlines and service levels are met

Business Development

This role offers genuine scope to support firm growth through:

Building and maintaining your professional network

Generating referrals from your client base

Supporting pitches, networking events and sector initiatives

Contributing to webinars, articles and thought leadership

About You

ACA or ACCA qualified

Strong statutory audit experience within public practice

Sound knowledge of ISAs and UK GAAP (IFRS desirable)

Experience managing a client portfolio and leading teams

Academies sector experience desirable

Strong accounts preparation skills

Commercially aware, organised and detail-focused

Excellent communication and client relationship skills

What’s on Offer

Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package

Hybrid working (3 days office / 2 days home)

25+ days holiday plus bank holidays, with option to buy more

Pension, life assurance, income protection and health cash plan

Private medical insurance and wellbeing support

Clear progression pathways and ongoing professional development

Supportive, collaborative culture with strong community and ESG focus

This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious Audit Manager seeking a leadership role within a progressive, people-focused firm that values both technical excellence and long-term client relationships.

For a confidential discussion, please get in touch