A well-established and growing accountancy practice in the North West is looking to appoint an experienced Audit Manager to join its Liverpool office, offering a salary of circa £60,000. This is a key hire for the firm, offering genuine short-term progression to Responsible Individual (RI) status.
This role will suit someone who is technically strong but also commercially aware, confident in front of clients, and keen to play a visible role in developing both relationships and the wider audit offering. You will work closely with the senior leadership team, with a clear pathway to stepping into a leadership position within the audit function.
Audit Manager Responsibilities:
Manage and deliver audit assignments from planning through to completion
Act as the primary point of contact for a varied client portfolio, including SMEs, owner-managed businesses, professional practices and not-for-profit organisations
Lead, coach and develop a team of 3-4 staff members
Take an active role in business development activities, including:
Supporting pitches and tender processes
Identifying growth opportunities within existing client relationships
Building your internal profile and contributing commercially to the firm
Support on ad hoc projects, including due diligence and technical accounting matters
Contribute to the firm's Audit Quality Control processes and uphold high audit standards
Audit Manager Attributes:
ACA or ACCA qualified
Currently operating at Audit Manager level within a UK practice environment
Strong technical knowledge of UK auditing and accounting standards
Proven ability to manage multiple audits and deadlines simultaneously
Confident communicator with strong client-facing skills
Commercially minded with an interest in developing business relationships
High attention to detail and commitment to audit quality
Experience with SRA Accounts Rules Reviews is advantageous but not essential
Audit Manager Benefits:
Clear and realistic progression route to RI status in the short term
Opportunity to play a key role in shaping and leading the audit function
Exposure to a diverse and interesting client base across SME and not-for-profit sectors
Supportive leadership team with a collaborative working environment
Genuine autonomy and visibility within the firm
If you are an Audit Manager or Assistant Manager looking for a role with real progression, leadership exposure and the chance to make a tangible impact, this opportunity offers exactly that. So APPLY NOW .........
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