Audit Manager

Southampton, United Kingdom | Posted on 27/07/2026

TPF Recruitment are proud to be representing a leading, highly regarded firm of Chartered Accountants, who are looking for an experienced

Audit Manager to join their growing team in Southampton. This is a fantastic opportunity to progress your career within a forward-thinking and supportivepractice environment.

This firm is committed to building lasting client relationships across a wide-ranging portfolio, from ambitious owner-managedbusinesses through to large international groups. Their proactive, agile approach ensures clients receive timely, tailored advice to meet both currentchallenges and future goals.

As an Audit Manager, you will take responsibility for avaried client portfolio, ensuring high-quality audit delivery while maximisingportfolio performance. You will manage workflows, resources, and deadlines effectively, whilst supporting and developing a motivated team.

• Plan,manage, and review audit assignments, ensuring efficient use of resources
• Lead client meetings to understand business priorities and areas of audit focus
• Overseeaudit progress, ensuring projects are delivered on time and within budget
• Preparemanagement letters, billing schedules, and fee proposals
• Support,mentor, and appraise junior staff, encouraging professional development
• Takeon wider office responsibilities and contribute to firm-wide initiatives
• Identify opportunities for additional services and potential new business
• Contribute to ad-hoc projects and value-added client support

• ACA/ACCAqualified (or equivalent)
• Atleast 3 years’ post-qualified experience in practice
• Strong technical knowledge of UK accounting standards
• Confidentwith audit and accounting software, plus Microsoft Office
• Proven leadership and staff management skills
• Strong client relationship and communication abilities
• Analytical,proactive, and adaptable in a changing environment
• Salary: £55,000 – £65,000 per annum, depending on experience and qualification status.
• Hybrid working and flexible hours
• Genuine work-life balance
• 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays), with the option to purchase additional days
• Enhanced career development and succession planning opportunities