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 firms 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