Audit Assistant Manager

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Audit Assistant Manager to join my clients team in their Manchester offices on a hybrid basis.

My client is one of the regions leading independent chartered accountants and business advisers and provide a full-service offering to their clients.

The Role:

As an Audit Assistant Manager, you will support the management and delivery of audit assignments from planning to completion, working closely with managers, senior managers, and directors. You will play a key role in coordinating with clients, overseeing audit tasks, and ensuring high-quality work. Additionally, you will mentor and guide junior team members on engagements, provide constructive feedback, and contribute to the efficient execution of day-to-day audit operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead on-site audits, implementing agreed plan, through to completion, co-ordinating on-site resources, allocating the team to tasks and timescales for completion.

• Lead on audit quality, ensuring adherence and compliance with company practice and auditing standards

• Work closely with audit juniors, reviewing their work and supporting them in the development of their role

• Responsible for on-site audit findings report, identifying and documenting any areas of concern/risks identified by audit team, emphasising relevant messages, and submitting for review

• Develop good client relationships, in order to adapt approach and communication and ensure client satisfaction

• Understand the impact on client relationship where there are multiple services offered to the same client and works with the rest of the teams to ensure a great client experience

• Offer support to team members and across other teams, sharing knowledge as appropriate and personally getting involved

• We’re looking for colleagues who want to learn and expand on their own knowledge identifying where work overlaps; identifying potential areas of conflict and opportunities and taking actions to maximise cross-team working

Skills & Experience:

• Qualified Accountant: ACCA/ACA or equivalent qualification

• Audit Practice Experience: Proven experience in audit and accounts, with a solid understanding of quality and regulatory standards.

• Risk Awareness: Familiar with risk assessment and effective control measures within the audit process.

• Client Interaction: Skilled in managing client relationships and addressing their needs effectively.

• Team Leadership: Capable of guiding and supporting junior staff, fostering a productive team environment.

• Technical Knowledge: Up-to-date with relevant accounting and auditing standards, including FRS and IFRS.

• Problem-Solving: Strong analytical skills, with the ability to identify issues and suggest practical solutions.

• Software Proficiency: Experience with CaseWare and CCH is beneficial but not required.

Should you have any questions or wish to apply please do not hesitate to contact Clear Legal and Financial Recruitment.

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