Audit & Accounts Manager OR Assistant Manager (Accountancy Practice)

Accounts & Audit Manager OR Assistant Manager

Salary: £50,000 - £65,000

Working Arrangements: Full Time Hybrid & Flexible Working

Location: March

Role Description

I'm working with a well-established and highly regarded accountancy practice that is looking to strengthen its Corporate Services team with the addition of an Audit-focused Manager or Assistant Manager.

This is a predominantly audit-led role (circa 80:20 split, with flexibility depending on your preference), working with a varied and interesting client base across multiple sectors including manufacturing, haulage, agriculture, advertising, recruitment and more.

What's in it for you?

• 25 days annual leave + Bank Holidays
• Free Parking
• Flexible and hybrid working
• Enhanced maternity pay
• Enhanced sick pay and income protection
• Life assurance
• Paid study leave and professional subscriptions
• Wellbeing programme including counselling and legal support
• Tax-efficient pension (salary sacrifice)
• Regular team social events and a supportive working environment

What you'll do

• Manage a portfolio of clients, taking ownership of delivery and relationships with turnovers reaching up to £45m
• Lead audit assignments from planning through to completion
• Work on a predominantly audit-focused workload (circa 80%)
• Get involved in accounts and/or tax work where desired
• Work with a broad range of clients across multiple sectors
• Act as a key point of contact for clients, delivering a high-quality service
• Review work and ensure files are ready for Partner review
• Mentor and develop junior staff (1 direct report at AM level, 2 at Manager level)
• Split your time between office-based work and client sites (approx. 65% office / 35% on-site)

What you'll need

• ACA / ACCA qualified (or equivalent experience)
• Strong UK practice experience, ideally audit-focused
• Experience managing a client portfolio
• Previous staff management or mentoring experience
• Experience working with SME clients under FRS102

Ready to apply?

If you're an Audit-focused professional looking to join a progressive firm with a varied client base, strong support and clear progression opportunities, apply directly with your CV or contact Harry Watson at AJ Chambers for more information.