Audit Senior Manager

Audit Senior Manager

Location: Manchester

Salary: £60,000 - £70,000

I’m currently working with a highly regarded and growing accountancy practice looking to appoint an Audit Senior Manager to join their Manchester team.

This is a senior role within the audit practice, offering responsibility for a significant portfolio of clients and the opportunity to play a key role in the leadership and development of the team. The firm has a strong reputation within the professional services sector, with around 50% of the audit portfolio consisting of professional services clients, alongside clients across sectors including real estate, construction, technology, retail and media.

• Managing and overseeing a portfolio of audit clients, including professional firms such as law firms and accountancy practices
• Leading multiple audit engagements from planning through to completion, ensuring quality and efficiency across assignments
• Acting as the primary point of contact for senior client stakeholders and building long‑term relationships
• Reviewing audit work, providing technical oversight and ensuring compliance with UK auditing and accounting standards
• Managing several audit assignments simultaneously, ensuring deadlines and budgets are met
• Leading and developing audit teams, including line management of Managers and junior staff
• Supporting recruitment, training and performance development across the team
• Planning engagements strategically to maximise efficiency and firm‑wide productivity
• Playing a key role in business development, including identifying opportunities within existing clients, contributing to pitches and supporting new client wins

• ACA or ACCA qualified (or equivalent)
• Currently operating at Audit Senior Manager level or an experienced Manager ready to step up
• Strong technical knowledge of UK auditing and accounting standards
• Background within general practice or professional services
• Significant experience auditing professional firms, ideally including law firms and accountancy practices
• Experience overseeing multiple engagements and managing complex client portfolios
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to mentor, develop and motivate teams
• Commercially aware with a proactive approach to client relationship management and business development
• Experience carrying out SRA Accounts Rules Reviews or similar client money audits

• Hybrid working model (Manchester office + remote flexibility)
• Clear progression pathway
• Exposure to high‑quality clients
• Supportive and modern working culture
• Ongoing professional development and leadership training

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