About the Role
We are currently seeking an Audit Assistant Manager to join a leading firm in the North West. As an Audit Assistant Manager, you will manage audit engagements, oversee junior staff, liaise with clients, and ensure audits are completed to a high standard. You will bridge the gap between seniors and managers, contributing to audit planning, reporting, and providing ongoing support to junior team members.
Key Responsibilities
* Client Focus: Manage a portfolio of clients, ensuring work is delivered on time and meets client expectations. Assist with fee discussions and scope revisions.
* Technical Excellence: Provide insights on technical standards and offer training to junior staff.
* Team Management: Lead, mentor, and conduct performance reviews for junior staff, ensuring their continuous development.
* Decision Making: Take ownership of key decisions within your remit and assist with team management tasks.
* Efficiency & Deadlines: Ensure audit assignments are completed within scope and on time, maintaining high-quality standards.
* Living Our Values: Foster a collaborative work environment, demonstrating integrity and promoting the company's core values.
Core Skills & Experience
* Audit Management: Oversee audits for non-complex clients and prioritize workloads.
* Client Interaction: Take charge of client relationships, attending meetings, and acting as the point of contact throughout the year.
* Regulatory Knowledge: Ensure compliance with audit standards, particularly in relation to external quality reviews.
* Staff Development: Provide feedback and action plans for junior staff.
* Industry Awareness: Stay updated on industry changes and use this knowledge for fee proposals and budget management.
Qualifications
* ACA/ACCA (or equivalent) or qualified by experience.
Key Accountabilities
* Client Relations & Billing: Ensure clear communication with clients and timely billing of completed work.
* Review & Feedback: Perform key areas of review, ensuring that all working papers and conclusions are high-quality and well-presented.
* Leadership: Guide the team, set objectives, and support their professional development.
* Client Meetings: Attend audit committee and board meetings to present findings and address issues.
Butler Rose is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. Butler Rose Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
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