Assistant Audit Manager

About Us

We are currently recruiting for an Audit Assistant Manager to join one of the South West’s largest and most rapidly growing audit teams. This role presents a unique opportunity to work across a broad portfolio of clients, including large corporates, fast-growing owner-managed businesses, educational trusts, and charities.

The firm boasts a strong regional presence and is well recognised for its audit expertise, particularly within the not-for-profit and education sectors. With a focus on professional development, this organisation offers genuine career progression routes, exposure to a wide variety of industries, and access to industry-leading training and development programmes. The working environment is built around flexibility, with a modern hybrid working policy and agile office spaces.

• Manage and deliver audits for a portfolio of varied clients, including larger, more complex engagements.
• Take ownership of audit assignments from planning through to completion, ensuring delivery within agreed timelines and budgets.
• Act as the primary point of contact for clients during audit engagements, maintaining and strengthening relationships.
• Provide regular updates to Audit Partners on job progress, key risks, and technical matters.
• Ensure the quality of audit files meets the highest standards.
• Supervise, coach, and develop junior members of the audit team, providing constructive feedback and guidance.
• Conduct formal Performance Development Reviews and regular check-ins with team members.
• Identify opportunities for added value and contribute to business development initiatives.
• Engage in networking and internal activities aimed at supporting your pathway to Audit Manager.

• Demonstrable experience of leading audit assignments and managing client relationships.
• Strong technical knowledge of UK GAAP and auditing standards.
• Ability to manage multiple engagements and priorities effectively.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• A collaborative team player with a proactive attitude.
• Full UK driving licence and access to your own transport.
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays and Christmas shutdown
• Hybrid working and flexible working arrangements
• Contributory pension scheme
• Life assurance policy
• Simply Health cashback plan including 24/7 online GP access and counselling support
• Perkbox discount platform with access to 4,000+ offers and discounts
• Yulife employee wellbeing and rewards app
• Regular social events through active staff committees
• Comprehensive training and development programmes, including fast-track routes to management