Job Description Accounts & Audit Assistant Manager Salary: £38,000 – £48,000 Strong Career Progression Location: Blackburn (Hybrid Working) Are you an ambitious audit professional ready to step into a leadership role with real responsibility and progression? This is a fantastic opportunity to join our client’s growing audit and advisory team, where you will take ownership of client relationships, develop your leadership skills, and benefit from a clear pathway to Manager and beyond. If you are currently operating at Senior or Supervisor level and ready for that next step, this role offers the ideal platform within a supportive, forward-thinking environment. The Role: Accounts & Audit Assistant Manager Due to continued growth, our client is seeking an Accounts & Audit Assistant Manager to join their Blackburn office. This is a varied and rewarding role, with approximately 75% audit and 25% accounts and advisory work, providing exposure across a diverse client portfolio. Key Responsibilities Client Portfolio & Delivery Support the management of a portfolio of corporate and owner-managed business clients Lead audits from planning through to completion, ensuring high-quality delivery Oversee the preparation and review of year-end financial statements under FRS 102 and FRS 102-1A Contribute to advisory projects and value-added client work Audit & Technical Oversight Review audit files and accounts to ensure accuracy and regulatory compliance Apply and uphold UK auditing standards (ISA UK) Provide technical support on complex accounting and audit queries Team Leadership & Development Supervise and mentor junior and senior team members Support the identification of training and development needs Contribute to improving process efficiency and service quality Commercial & Operational Responsibilities Assist with engagement budgeting, billing and cost recovery Monitor project timelines to ensure efficient delivery Build a strong internal network to provide a joined-up client service Career Progression Clear pathway to Manager and Senior Manager roles Increasing exposure to portfolio ownership and leadership responsibilities About You The ideal candidate will demonstrate: ACA or ACCA qualified (or finalist) 3–5 years’ UK accountancy practice experience, with strong audit exposure Experience at Senior or Supervisor level with oversight of assignments or teams Strong knowledge of UK GAAP (FRS 102) and auditing standards (ISA UK) Experience reviewing accounts and audit files Developing commercial awareness including budgeting and client management Excellent communication, organisational and interpersonal skills A proactive, motivated and career-focused mindset Working Arrangements Based in Blackburn office Travel to client sites across Lancashire and North Manchester Hybrid working model with flexibility and autonomy Flexitime approach to support work-life balance Learning, Development & Career Progression Our client is committed to supporting your long-term career growth, offering: Structured technical and leadership development programmes 6-monthly performance reviews with optional monthly 1-2-1s Access to a mentor and internal career coaching Training in client advisory, networking and presentation skills Opportunities to contribute to departmental and firm-wide initiatives Comprehensive Benefits Package You will receive a competitive and flexible benefits package, including: £38,000 – £48,000 salary (depending on experience) 25 days’ holiday bank holidays Office closure over winter period Flexible Easter leave policy 8% employer pension contribution Death in service (4x salary) & income protection Hybrid working & weekly flexitime Enhanced family-friendly policies Private medical insurance options (via salary sacrifice) Electric car scheme & cycle to work scheme Firm-wide bonus scheme Full technical and soft skills training support Paid sick leave Employee wellbeing support, including financial, legal and health advice On-site parking Access to a wide range of additional lifestyle and financial benefits Why Join This Opportunity? Our client is a well-respected, award-winning accountancy firm with a strong presence across the North West. With a reputation for people development, flexibility and long-term career progression, this is a business that provides the support, trust and opportunity needed to build a successful career in practice. If you are ready to step into an Assistant Manager role with genuine responsibility and progression, we would welcome a confidential discussion. Contact: David Hawthorne-Finch Email: d.hawthorne-finch@h-fts.com Apply today for immediate consideration. All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.