Assistant Manager Audit

As an Assistant Manager Audit, you'll play a key role in overseeing audits and supporting the smooth delivery of client services within the professional services industry. This role is all about ensuring high-quality outcomes and helping the accounting and finance department operate effectively.

Client Details

Our client is one of the UK's leading professional services organisations, providing audit, tax and advisory services to a broad range of businesses, public sector bodies and financial institutions. With more than 5,000 professionals across the UK and access to an extensive international network spanning over 150 markets, they combine global reach with local expertise to help organisations navigate complexity, manage risk and achieve sustainable growth.

The organisation is recognised for its commitment to quality, collaboration and continuous improvement, while fostering an inclusive culture that empowers employees to develop rewarding long-term careers. Their focus on innovation, professional development and work-life balance creates an environment where people are encouraged to challenge convention, build trusted client relationships and make a meaningful impact for businesses and communities alike.

Description

• Lead and deliver audit assignments from planning through to completion.
• Design and perform audit procedures in line with International Standards on Auditing (ISAs) and firm methodology.
• Identify, assess and document audit risks while applying professional scepticism and sound judgement.
• Review financial statements for compliance with applicable accounting standards, including UK GAAP and IFRS.
• Supervise, coach and develop junior team members, providing ongoing feedback and support.
• Review work completed by associates and ensure high-quality audit documentation is maintained.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships, acting as a key day-to-day contact throughout engagements.
• Support audit planning activities, including scheduling, resource allocation and client meetings.
• Monitor budgets, timescales and engagement progress, escalating issues where appropriate.
• Coordinate with specialists and internal stakeholders to ensure efficient delivery of audit engagements.
• Prepare and contribute to client deliverables, including audit planning and audit findings reports.
• Stay current with changes in accounting, auditing and regulatory requirements and communicate relevant developments to clients.
• Ensure compliance with risk management, ethical and quality control procedures.
• Support the wider growth and success of the audit practice through collaboration and knowledge sharing.