Senior Audit Manager

Reference: 4783409

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Manchester Salary:  (per annum)
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Permanent Working pattern:
Full time / Flexible working

Industry: Accountancy Firms / Public Practice Accounting Company:
Hays Consultant:
Tracey Straw Hays office:
Manchester — 5th Floor, City Tower, Piccadilly Plaza Phone:
Email:
Tracey.

Straw Your new companyA leading Top 20 accountancy practice in Manchester city centre is seeking an experienced Senior Audit Manager to join their expanding public sector audit team. This is an exceptional opportunity for an audit professional with strong experience in public sector engagements who is ready to step into a senior leadership role within a high‑performing, people‑focused firm renowned for quality, innovation and client service.

Your new role

As Senior Audit Manager, you will oversee a significant portfolio of public sector clients, including local authorities, NHS bodies, housing associations, charities and other government‑funded organisations. You’ll lead complex assignments, support teams in delivering high‑quality audits and contribute to the strategic development of the firm’s public sector offering.

As Senior Audit Manager, you will be responsible for:

Leading and managing a diverse portfolio of public sector audit engagements

Building trusted relationships with senior stakeholders within local government and other public bodies

Overseeing audit planning, fieldwork and completion to ensure high‑quality outputs

Providing technical expertise on complex public sector accounting and audit matters

Managing and developing teams, providing coaching, feedback and performance support

Ensuring compliance with professional standards, regulatory requirements and internal quality procedures

Supporting tenders, proposals and wider business development activity

Contributing to the strategic direction and growth of the public sector audit team

What you'll need to succeedACA / ACCA qualification (or equivalent)
Significant post‑qualification experience within practice, including public sector audits

Strong understanding of public sector frameworks, such as CIPFA and sector‑specific regulatory requirementsA proven ability to lead complex engagements and deliver high‑quality work Excellent communication and relationship‑building skills

Strong leadership capabilities with a passion for developing others

Commercial awareness and the ability to identify service opportunitiesA proactive, solutions‑focused approach

What you'll get in return Hybrid working 2 days in the office, 3 days What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

#4783409 - Tracey Straw