About the Role
Senior Manager – Audit Quality & Transactions. Lead audit quality and support acquisition activity across a growing accountancy group. This hands‑on, high‑impact role focuses on M&A, audit due diligence and post‑acquisition integration, working closely with senior stakeholders and the Group’s audit partners.
Location: Fareham. Type: Full time. Status: Permanent. Candidates must be based in the UK.
What You'll Be Doing
Transactions & M&A Support
* Lead and support audit and compliance due diligence on acquisitions
* Review audit files, identify risks, and contribute to DD reporting
* Act as key contact for sellers during due diligence
* Support integration activities, including audit readiness and engagement transfers
* Review RI applications and professional indemnity information
Audit Quality & Post-Completion Work
* Conduct audit file reviews across the group
* Track and follow up on post‑deal actions and improvements
* Identify recurring themes and translate them into practical guidance and training
Supporting Local Offices
* Partner with local teams to improve audit quality and consistency
* Contribute to training initiatives and audit leadership development
Technical & Process Development
* Provide support on audit and UK GAAP queries
* Help develop and improve audit methodology, templates, and systems
* Monitor regulatory changes and translate them into practical business impact
About You
* Qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA or equivalent)
* Strong audit background at Manager or Senior Manager level
* Deep understanding of audit quality, compliance, and file review processes
* Confident working with senior stakeholders across multiple teams
* Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple priorities
* Strong report writing and communication skills
* Commercially aware with a pragmatic, solutions‑focused approach
Desirable Experience
* Audit quality reviews (hot/cold file reviews)
* Exposure to M&A, due diligence, or integration
* Experience developing training, methodology, or audit guidance
* Background in a multi‑office or network firm
What’s in it for you?
* Opportunity to work at the intersection of audit quality and M&A
* High visibility role with exposure to senior leadership
* Chance to influence group-wide audit standards and processes
* Varied work beyond traditional audit roles
* A collaborative, growing organisation with real career progression
Eligibility
Only candidates based in the UK are eligible. Sponsorship not available.
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