Audit Manager Job Cheltenham area,England UK,Accounting

Our Audit team, based in Staverton near Cheltenham, is looking for a talented Audit Manager to join our growing practice. At Hazlewoods, we pride ourselves on delivering exceptional audit and assurance services to a diverse portfolio of clients across a wide range of industries.

This is an exciting opportunity for a qualified and ambitious professional who enjoys building strong client relationships and developing people. As an Audit Manager, you will take ownership of a varied client portfolio, lead audit assignments, support the development of junior team members, and work closely with senior stakeholders to deliver outstanding client service.

With exposure to complex audits and advisory projects across a broad range of sectors, you'll have the opportunity to further develop your technical expertise while progressing your career within a firm that values collaboration, innovation, and personal growth.

If you're looking to take the next step in your career and join a supportive team where your contribution is recognised and valued, we'd love to hear from you.

As an Audit Manager, your key responsibilities will include:

Managing a portfolio of audit clients with turnovers ranging from £1m to £100m.
Building and maintaining strong client relationships, becoming a trusted adviser on technical and commercial matters.
Taking responsibility for the planning, delivery and completion of audit assignments, ensuring work is completed efficiently and to a high standard.
Supporting and mentoring junior team members, helping to develop their technical capabilities and career progression.
Identifying opportunities to provide additional services and supporting partners and directors with business development activities.
Assisting clients with wider business matters, including corporate transactions, fundraising activities and growth strategies.

Requirements:

Strong technical knowledge of UK GAAP, IFRSs, ISAs and Companies Act legislation.
Experience managing audit assignments and supervising team members.
Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
Commercially aware with the confidence to identify opportunities to add value for clients.
Proactive, organised and able to work independently while contributing positively to the wider team.

At Hazlewoods, we value our employees and offer a competitive benefits package including:

Direct application bonus.
On-site parking or a parking contribution depending on location.
28 days' annual leave, with the option to purchase up to 30 days in total.
Clear career progression framework.
Life assurance of 6x annual salary.
Health and wellbeing benefits including discounted gym membership, on-site Mental Health First Aiders, online GP appointments, Employee Assistance Programme and access to Aviva Digicare+.
Enhanced maternity and paternity leave.
Regular firm-wide and team social events.