Audit Manager; Maternity Cover

We are seeking an experienced Audit Manager to join our team on a maternity cover contract for 18 months to 2 years. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing a portfolio of audit and assurance clients, leading engagements from planning through to completion, and overseeing and developing junior members of the audit team.

Our clients operate across a wide range of sectors and are predominantly based throughout the Midlands, with assignments undertaken through a mixture of on‑site and remote working.

• Managing a portfolio of statutory audit and assurance engagements for clients reporting under UK GAAP, including FRS 102 and FRS 102 Section 1A.
• Leading audit engagements from planning through to completion, ensuring work is delivered efficiently, within budget and to a high professional standard.
• Managing and reviewing the work of audit teams, providing coaching, support and technical guidance to trainees and seniors.
• Identifying key audit risks and ensuring appropriate audit strategies and procedures are implemented.
• Reviewing audit files and financial statements prior to partner review.
• Acting as the primary point of contact for clients throughout the engagement cycle.
• Liaising with partners on technical matters, audit findings and engagement progress.
• Supporting the delivery of other assurance engagements and ad hoc assignments as required.
• Contributing to the continued development of audit processes, team performance and client service standards.
• Support the firm with audit and practice assurance compliance. Liaise with external providers during compliance visits and file reviews.

• Significant experience managing and delivering statutory audit reporting under UK GAAP, including FRS 102 and FRS 102 Section 1A.
• Experience managing audit teams and reviewing the work of junior staff.
• Strong technical knowledge of auditing and financial reporting requirements.
• Excellent communication and client relationship management skills.
• ICAEW or ACCA qualified (or equivalent).
• Experience working with the Mercia audit methodology.
• Experience of both on‑site and remote audit engagements.
• Private medical insurance.

To apply for this role, please send your CV to  with ‘Audit Manager (Maternity Cover)’ as the subject.