Audit Manager

Audit Manager – Top 50 Firm – Reading

Challenge, Opportunity, Growth

Looking for a role where you can take on complex audits, develop your team, and work with a range of clients? Our client in Reading is seeking an Audit Manager to make a big impact.

Our client is a fast growing, Top 50 Firm, with offices across the South of England.  They work with a variety of sectors, including NFP, Technology, Professional Services and Owner Managed Businesses, from start-up scale, to large corporates with turnovers of up to £300m. The firm also has a high-profile international brand and boasts some exceptional multi-national clients. Comprised of many home grown partners, the firm offers fantastic progression opportunities and both personal and professional growth.

Audit Manager responsibilities will include:

• Lead client audits from start to finish, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely delivery.


• Manage and mentor your audit team, supporting development, appraisals, and training.


• Build and maintain strong client relationships, acting as their main point of contact for audits.


• Review financial statements and working papers, ensuring compliance with UK auditing standards (FRS 102, ISA, etc.).


• Oversee WIP, billing, and engagement budgets, maintaining profitability and efficiency.


• Support business growth by identifying opportunities within existing clients and assisting with proposals.


• Provide technical guidance on complex accounting issues to your team and clients.


• Ensure audit quality and compliance, adhering to firm policies and regulatory requirements.


• Coordinate multiple engagements, balancing workload and deadlines across your portfolio.
  
   

As a Audit Manager you will be/have:

• ACA or ACCA Qualified


• Over 3 years’ post-qualified experience


• Experienced in managing a portfolio of clients


• Demonstrate the ability to manage and develop a team of staff

In return, as a Audit Manager, you will receive:

• lexible & Hybrid Working: Supporting work-life balance with agile working options.


• Healthcare & Wellbeing: Private medical insurance for Senior Managers+, mental health support and Employee Assistance Programme.


• Financial & Lifestyle Benefits: Cycle to Work and Electric Vehicle schemes, holiday buy/sell, birthday day off.


• Recognition & Social: JC Kudos rewards platform and regular office social events.

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