Audit Assistant Manager
Manchester / Hybrid
Competitive Salary + Benefits
About the Firm
Our Client is a well-established, independent firm of Chartered Accountants, providing audit, tax and advisory services to a diverse portfolio of businesses.
With a collaborative culture and strong Partner-led approach, the firm offers excellent exposure, responsibility, and progression opportunities.
The Role
They are seeking an experienced Audit Assistant Manager to join their growing audit team.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a qualified accountant looking to step into a role with greater responsibility, client ownership, and team leadership within a supportive and dynamic environment.
Key Responsibilities
Audit & Technical
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Lead audit assignments from planning through to completion
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Review audit files, working papers, and statutory accounts
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Ensure compliance with UK GAAP and International Standards on Auditing
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Identify risks, controls, and areas for improvement
Client Management
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Act as a key point of contact for a portfolio of clients
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Build strong, long-term client relationships
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Lead client meetings and resolve queries efficiently
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Deliver insights and value-added recommendations
Team Leadership
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Supervise and review work of Audit Seniors and junior staff
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Provide coaching, mentoring, and on-the-job training
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Support performance development across the team
Planning & Commercial Awareness
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Manage audit budgets, timelines, and delivery
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Support Partners and Managers with planning and resourcing
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Ensure assignments are completed efficiently and profitably
About You
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ACA / ACCA qualified (or equivalent)
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Strong audit experience within a UK practice environment
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Proven experience supervising or mentoring junior staff
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Excellent communication and client-facing skills
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Organised, proactive, and commercially aware
What’s on Offer
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Competitive salary and benefits package
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Hybrid and flexible working
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Clear progression to Manager level
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Exposure to a varied and interesting client base
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Supportive, Partner-led environment
Why Join?
This role offers more than just progression — it provides real ownership, visibility, and impact within a respected independent firm.
If you’re looking to step up into a role where your contribution is recognised and your career can accelerate, we’d love to hear from you