Audit Manager

We are recruiting for an Audit Manager to join our client’s corporate audit team at its Reading office. This position is with a prestigious accountancy practice, a leading audit, tax and advisory firm that is currently enjoying a period of continued growth.

The successful candidate will receive a competitive salary with good benefits, have the opportunity to thrive within a progressive firm and enjoy a supportive working environment. The firm also offers a discretionary annual bonus, car allowance and operates an agile working model.

• Carrying out audits from planning, fieldwork to completion, and manage on-site teams and allocate work
• Being main contact for the client on-site and following up on client queries subsequent to on-site work completion
• Assisting in the supervision and development of more junior staff, providing training where appropriate
• Work within agreed budget for the assignment, taking ownership of assignments
• Preparing statutory financial statements for clients
• Research any technical issues and provide potential solutions for partner/director review
• Complete work to deadlines and notifying the partner of potential problems
• Be mindful of business development opportunities
• Manage billing on assignments
• Undertake additional duties as the need arises

• Be an experienced auditor; qualified ACA, ACCA or recognised equivalent, with at least five years’ experience gained within practice
• Experience in working with complex companies and groups would be an advantage
• Ability to provide practical business advice for clients and refer to partner as necessary
• Demonstrate a thorough knowledge of business cycle controls and audit risks
• Experience of leading a team and mentoring and supporting team members
• Have excellent written and verbal communication skills