Audit Manager

NXTGEN is delighted to be partnering with a highly regarded and growing accountancy practice to recruit an Audit Manager into their expanding team. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Audit Manager looking for greater client ownership, more complex work, and a genuine opportunity to influence both clients and the wider team.

This role offers a fantastic blend of audit, accounts, and advisory work, providing exposure to a diverse portfolio of SME and group clients across a wide range of sectors. You'll work closely with Partners and senior leadership, taking ownership of key client relationships while helping to drive the continued growth and success of the audit function.

As Audit Manager, you will lead audit assignments from planning through to completion, oversee the delivery of high quality client service, and play a key role in developing and mentoring junior team members. You'll also gain significant exposure to group audits and consolidated accounts, making this an excellent opportunity for someone looking to further develop their technical expertise.

Key Responsibilities:

* Managing a portfolio of audit and accounts clients across a variety of industries

* Leading audit assignments from planning through to completion, ensuring deadlines and budgets are met

* Taking responsibility for audits of groups and consolidated financial statements

* Reviewing audit files, financial statements, and supporting documentation prior to Partner review

* Acting as a key point of contact for clients, building strong and long lasting relationships

* Reviewing and preparing statutory accounts in line with UK GAAP and relevant accounting standards

* Overseeing the preparation and review of corporation tax computations

* Identifying opportunities to provide additional advisory services and support clients with wider business matters

* Managing, mentoring, and developing junior members of the team

* Supporting workflow planning, resource allocation, and team development

* Attending client meetings and presenting audit findings and recommendations

What We're Looking For:

* ACA or ACCA qualified, or qualified by experience

* Strong audit experience gained within a UK accountancy practice environment

* Experience managing audits from planning through to completion

* Exposure to group audits and consolidated financial statements

* Good working knowledge of UK GAAP and financial reporting standards

* Experience reviewing accounts and corporation tax computations

* Strong leadership and people management skills

* Excellent communication skills with the ability to build trusted client relationships

* Commercial awareness and a proactive approach to problem solving

What's On

Offer:

* Competitive salary and benefits package

* Clear progression opportunities towards Senior Manager and Director level

* Exposure to a varied and high quality client portfolio

* A collaborative and supportive working environment

* Strong focus on professional development and career progression

* Opportunity to gain exposure to advisory and specialist project work

* Flexible and hybrid working arrangements

This is an outstanding opportunity for an Audit Manager who is looking to join a firm where they can make a genuine impact, work closely with decision makers, and continue developing their career. Whether you're already operating at Manager level or are an experienced Assistant Manager ready to take the next step, this role offers the platform, support, and opportunity to achieve your long term goals