Assistant Manager / Manager
Employer Location England, Norfolk, Norwich Salary Competitive and negotiable depending on experience Closing date 30 Mar 2026 View more categoriesView less categories Sector Salary band, Contract type Hours Where will they be working You need to or to save a job.
Job Details
Audit Assistant Manager or Manager job based in Norwich, with client portfolio across Norfolk & Suffolk
About the Employer
Our client is a progressive and respected firm of chartered accountants, tax specialists, and business advisors. They pride themselves on a supportive, non-corporate culture, offering flexible working and genuine development opportunities.
Key Responsibilities
1. Lead and manage audit engagements from planning through to completion
2. Prepare accounts and draft tax computations
3. Serve as day-to-day client contact, fostering relationships and resolving queries.
4. Supervise and mentor junior audit staff, reviewing audit files for technical accuracy and compliance.
5. Manage budgets and assignment time, ensuring profitable and efficient delivery
What You'll Bring
6. Fully qualified (ACA, ACCA, or equivalent) with solid UK practice audit experience
7. Proven ability to lead audit assignments and manage onsite teams
8. Strong client-facing skills, with the capacity to build and maintain relationships
9. Proficiency in UK GAAP / FRS 102 and familiarity with audit software (, Caseware), plus strong Microsoft Office skills
10. Collaborative, growth-focused mindset-keen to contribute to both audit delivery and wider business development
What's On Offer
11. Competitive salary
12. Private medical insurance, life assurance, pension scheme
13. 23-25 days holiday (plus the option to buy/sell)
14. Flexible working environment and strong emphasis on work-life balance
15. Family-friendly policies, volunteering leave, cycle-to-work scheme, EAP and discounts
16. Structured career progression and access to experienced mentors
Why This is a Stand-Out Opportunity
17. Influence and autonomy within a firm that values your insights and ideas
18. Exposure to a varied client base-including owner-managed businesses, corporates, and not-for-profits
19. A people-first culture that actively supports your development with guidance from approachable partners
20. Be part of shaping a firm's future in a high-growth, evolving environment
Next Steps
If you're an ACA/ACCA qualified audit professional ready to take the next career step-leading audits, mentoring junior staff, and working closely with clients please contact Cara Whyte at Hays to discuss further or apply directly on line
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Company
At Hays we invest in lifelong partnerships that empower people and businesses to succeed. With over 50 years’ success under our belts and a workforce of 10,000+ people across 32 countries, we’ve evolved to put our customers at the heart of everything we do.
From CFO to Newly Qualified, we work with talented finance professionals and match them with organisations where they can achieve a lasting impact.
So much more than specialist recruiters in accounting and finance, what really sets us apart is our knowledge through scale, deep understanding and our ability to meaningfully innovate for our customers. All our consultants have strong relationships across the industry and the support of our extensive global network. That’s why organisations of all types and sizes – from international blue chips to SMEs – trust us to find the people who can help transform their business.
So, whether you want something local or international, permanent, or interim, we have the breadth of coverage and the depth of understanding to help you find it.
We have specialist recruitment teams in the following areas:
21. Corporate Governance
22. Credit Control
23. Part-Qualified Accountant
24. Payroll
25. Public Practice Accounting
26. Public Services Accounting
27. Senior Finance – Qualified
28. Support, Ledgers & Bookkeeping
29. Tax & Treasury
You can rely on us to deliver today and help you plan for tomorrow
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