Highly successful independent firm based in Newcastle is looking to appoint an inspirational Senior Audit Manager. Working alongside the company's senior leadership team we're looking someone who can successfully contribute to continuing growth, with medium or longer-term partnership aspirations. A recognised leader, this practice offers a broad range of very interesting and technically challenging work across a variety of industries, including some large international groups. This is an excellent opportunity to work with an enviable client base, also offering excellent flexibility and work-life balance.Your key responsibilities as Senior Audit Manager will include:Support Audit Partners and working closely with the senior leadership teamLeading, managing, mentoring and supporting the audit teamManagement of budgets, fees and WIPPlaying a key role in the recruitment to and growth of the Audit teamDeveloping a portfolio of clients, growing business and winning new work for the firmReviewing the work of the Audit business, resolving any staff and client issuesEnsuring quality client service delivery is prioritised every dayLeading internal projects relating to regulation updates, staff training, technology and moreAs Senior Audit Manager you'll need:Substantial commercial Senior Audit Manager experience gained in practice or "external" role, including leading and managing audits and teams from planning to completion, whilst providing first class client service across a variety of organisations and sectorsACA, ACCA qualified or equivalent with the desire to attain RI statusStrong working knowledge of IFRS/UKGAAPExcellent skills in MS Office, especially Excel and Word, ideally with audit softwareExperience in transactional support, including financial due diligenceStrong interpersonal and communication skills - an inspirational approach with a positive, committed, solutions-oriented with calmness under pressureBenefits & Rewards:Salary £80,000 - £90,000 bonuses excellent pension and benefitsTo secure maximum specified pay/rewards, you must possess all outlined experience, skills and knowledgePermanent roleReal ability to influence direction and decision making - enjoy real agencyPotential for progressionA flexible approachCity centre locationPlease note: High levels of interest mean we will only contact you if your application is shortlisted and this will happen within five working days. You must also be eligible to work in the UK.Senior Audit Manager, Newcastle upon Tyne