External Audit Senior / Manager Manchester

External Audit Senior / Assistant Manager / Manager

We’re working with several established and growing accountancy practices across [location] who are adding headcount in their external audit teams due to continued client demand.

This opportunity is suited to audit\-trained accountants currently working in UK practice who want strong audit exposure, varied clients, and clear progression within a professional firm.

The Role

Depending on level, you will:

• Plan, run, and finalise external audit assignments from start to completion
  




• Lead onsite audit teams and supervise junior staff during fieldwork
  




• Assess controls, test audit areas, clear review points, and deliver high\-quality files
  




• Act as the day\-to\-day contact for clients during audits
  




• Work closely with Managers, Senior Managers, and Partners on audit delivery
  




• Undertake some accounts or compliance work where required, however external audit remains the core focus
  

Typical audit split ranges from 70–100% external audit, depending on role and firm.

What We’re Looking For

• Current UK accountancy practice experience is essential
  




• Strong external audit background (internal audit is not relevant)
  




• ACA or ACCA qualified, finalist, or part\-qualified with solid audit experience
  




• Experience working with SME to mid\-market clients
  




• Comfortable leading audits and supervising junior team members
  




• Good working knowledge of UK GAAP and exposure to IFRS is beneficial
  

Levels Covered

• Audit Senior
  




• Assistant Manager
  




• Audit Manager
  

(Salary and responsibility aligned to experience and qualification.)

Right to Work

• Full right to work in the UK is required
  




• UK passport or valid long\-term visa essential
  




• Sponsorship is not available
  

Apply

Apply with your CV or message for a confidential discussion.

Requirements

What We’re Looking For

• Current UK accountancy practice experience is essential
  




• Strong external audit background (internal audit is not relevant)
  




• ACA or ACCA qualified, finalist, or part\-qualified with solid audit experience
  




• Experience working with SME to mid\-market clients
  




• Comfortable leading audits and supervising junior team members
  




• Good working knowledge of UK GAAP and exposure to IFRS is beneficial