Audit Manager

Overview

TPF Recruitment are proud to be representing a leading, highly regarded firm of Chartered Accountants, who are looking for an experienced Audit Manager to join their growing team in Southampton. This is a fantastic opportunity to progress your career within a forward-thinking and supportive practice environment.

This firm is committed to building lasting client relationships across a wide-ranging portfolio, from ambitious owner-managed businesses through to large international groups. Their proactive, agile approach ensures clients receive timely, tailored advice to meet both current challenges and future goals.

• Plan, manage, and review audit assignments, ensuring efficient use of resources
• Lead client meetings to understand business priorities and areas of audit focus
• Oversee audit progress, ensuring projects are delivered on time and within budget
• Prepare management letters, billing schedules, and fee proposals
• Support, mentor, and appraise junior staff, encouraging professional development
• Take on wider office responsibilities and contribute to firm-wide initiatives
• Identify opportunities for additional services and potential new business
• Contribute to ad-hoc projects and value-added client support

• ACA/ACCA qualified (or equivalent)
• At least 3 years  post-qualified experience in practice
• Strong technical knowledge of UK accounting standards
• Confident with audit and accounting software, plus Microsoft Office
• Proven leadership and staff management skills
• Strong client relationship and communication abilities
• Analytical, proactive, and adaptable in a changing environment

• Salary: £55,000 - £65,000 per annum, depending on experience and qualification status.
• Hybrid working and flexible hours
• Genuine work-life balance
• 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays), with the option to purchase additional days
• Enhanced career development and succession planning opportunities

Please contact Joe Potter on  (tel),  (mob), , or via Linked In for a confidential conversation.

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