Audit Manager

Audit Manager

Location: London / South East (Hybrid Working)
Job Type: Full Time | Permanent

We are working with a well-established and highly regarded accountancy and advisory practice seeking an experienced Audit Manager to join their growing audit team.

This role offers the opportunity to take ownership of a varied client portfolio, lead audit engagements from planning through to completion, and play a key role in team leadership and client relationship management within a collaborative and forward-thinking firm.

• Manage a portfolio of audit clients and oversee service delivery
• Plan and lead audit assignments, ensuring deadlines and budgets are met
• Act as the main client contact throughout engagements
• Review work to ensure compliance with UK auditing and regulatory standards
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency and add client value

• Build strong, long-term client relationships
• Maintain regular communication with clients and internal teams
• Support billing, fee recovery and engagement profitability
• Ensure compliance requirements including AML documentation

• Manage and support audit team members
• Provide coaching, mentoring and performance feedback
• Assist with recruitment and onboarding of new team members

• Monitor workflow and team performance
• Participate in planning and resource meetings
• Escalate technical or higher-risk matters when required
• Support delivery of departmental performance targets

• Support client growth and new business opportunities
• Build professional networks and contribute to firm initiatives

• ACA or ACCA qualified
• Strong statutory audit experience within UK accountancy practice
• Good knowledge of UK GAAP and ISAs
• Experience managing audit assignments and client relationships
• Previous supervisory or leadership experience
• Strong organisational and communication skills
• Accounts experience desirable
• Academies or not-for-profit sector exposure advantageous

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Hybrid and flexible working
• Clear progression and structured career development
• Ongoing technical and leadership training
• Private medical and wellbeing support
• Generous annual leave with option to purchase additional days
• Pension and life assurance
• Supportive and collaborative culture

Our client is an established and growing professional services firm delivering audit, accounting and advisory services to a diverse UK client base. They are known for their relationship-led approach and commitment to employee development and long-term career progression.