Audit Assistant ManagerSwansea £45,000 - £55,000 Hybrid WorkingThe Opportunity If you're at the point in your career where you're ready to move beyond simply completing audits and want real involvement in running assignments, influencing clients, and helping shape a growing team, this role offers exactly that.You'll join a well-established Swansea office with a strong regional presence and a diverse client base. You'll be trusted to take ownership of audit files, act as a key contact for clients, and play an important role in developing junior team members - all while continuing to progress towards Manager level.This is a role with genuine substance, not just a title change.What You'll Actually Be Doing Rather than sitting in the background, you'll be heavily involved in the full audit cycle and client relationship.Your responsibilities will include:
Taking the lead on audit assignments, from initial planning through to final completion
Being the day-to-day contact for clients, answering questions and guiding them through the process
Reviewing audit files and supporting team members with technical and practical guidance
Preparing and reviewing statutory accounts in line with UK accounting standards
Spotting risk areas, resolving issues, and ensuring quality across all assignments
Helping to organise workloads, deadlines, and priorities across multiple engagements
Supporting and mentoring trainees and newly qualified staff
Working closely with senior leadership on larger and more complex assignments
The Clients You'll Work With You won't be limited to one sector. The client base is varied and interesting, including:
Entrepreneur-led and owner-managed businesses
Established regional groups
Fast-growing SMEs
Professional service firms
Manufacturing and commercial businesses
Charities and not-for-profit organisations
This variety keeps the work engaging and helps develop well-rounded experience.What They're Looking For This role would suit someone who:
Is ACA or ACCA qualified (or very close)
Already has strong audit experience within practice
Is confident leading audits or ready to step into that level
Enjoys working directly with clients
Takes pride in producing high-quality work
Wants to progress their career in a structured and supportive environment
Why This Role Stands Out
Clear and realistic progression to Manager
Hybrid working and flexibility built into the team culture
A supportive environment where your progression is actively encouraged
A role with real responsibility and autonomy
Competitive salary and benefits package
The Bigger Picture This position is ideal for someone who wants to step up, take ownership, and continue progressing - without losing the support needed to develop further.If you're ready for that next step, this is a genuinely strong opportunity to do it.Culture & Values My client is committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion, fostering an environment where all individuals are valued and encouraged to reach their full potential. The firm values technical excellence, integrity, enthusiasm, and collegiality, providing a workplace where professionals can thrive while delivering outstanding client service.For further information on this role please contact David Elliot at Clark Wood - / DD: (0) Mobile: (0) This role is ideal for candidates with relevant experience in a UK accountancy practice. Unfortunately, we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this position.If this specific vacancy is not quite what you are looking for, please contact us to investigate alternatives; you can send your CV to this job or contact us directly. Successfully "Refer a Friend" or colleague to us and receive a bonus of over £500 in vouchers.
