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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