RSM UK Deal Services
Audit Manager - Banking and Lending
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Audit Manager - Banking and Lending
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Role: Audit Manager – Banking & Lending Team
As one of the world's largest networks of audit, tax and consulting firms, RSM delivers big ideas and premium service to help middle-market businesses thrive. We are a fast-growing firm with clear ambitions to become the premium adviser to the middle market globally. This vision drives everything we do, inspiring us to grow and innovate daily.
If you seek a place to build a future and make meaningful impact, RSM is the place for you.
About the Role
RSM is expanding its audit services within the banking, building society and lending sectors, catering to both regulated and unregulated lenders. As an Audit Manager in our banking and lending team, you’ll lead the delivery of audits for lending clients, with a heavy focus on IFRS 9, while managing a diverse portfolio of work.
This leadership opportunity involves developing and mentoring team members, collaborating with technical and training teams to build specialist expertise, and driving strategic growth initiatives while enhancing audit methodology. Our culture is open, supportive, and growth-focused – making this an exciting time to join our rapidly evolving service line.
Key Responsibilities
You’ll deliver real impact by:
- Managing a portfolio of statutory audits in the lending sector, ensuring compliance with firm procedures, regulatory standards and audit quality frameworks.
- Overseeing and briefing audit staff, providing technical training, liaising with senior client contacts, and resolving key audit issues in consultation with stakeholders.
- Attending and presenting at client audit committees and board meetings, and supporting business development activities, including scoping and pitching opportunities.
- Leading recruitment, line management, sector-specific training programmes, and the development of junior team members, while engaging with industry organisations.
- Collaborating with national technical and training teams to refine audit methodologies and deliver specialist training on IFRS 9 and other technical areas affecting lenders.
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Key Requirements
We’re looking for someone with the following qualities:
Qualifications & Experience
- ACA, ACCA, CA or equivalent qualification essential.
- Experienced Audit Manager with proven expertise in IFRS 9, particularly related to expected credit losses (ECL) accounting and auditing.
- Hands-on experience auditing ECL models for retail and consumer lending products, including mortgages, personal loans, credit cards, and consumer finance.
- Strong background in banking, commercial, or retail finance sectors; ability to develop or evolve IFRS 9 audit methodologies.
- Proven leadership and project management experience, including leading teams and delivering complex assignments.
Soft Skills
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with a skill for translating technical concepts clearly.
- Collaborative mindset, with an ability to work effectively in teams.
- Driven by variety and continuous learning; passionate about problem-solving and process improvement.
- Passionate about making an impact and building long-term career progression at RSM.
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What We Offer You
At RSM, we invest in your growth and success. You’ll benefit from rewarding opportunities outside and within the workplace:
- Career progression: We promote from within, listen to your goals, and support your professional development long-term.
- Flexible reward and benefits:
- 27 days’ holiday, with the option to purchase additional days.
- 300+ on-demand professional development courses, delivered by our in-house talent team.
- Lifestyle, health, and wellbeing:
- Financial wellbeing support (including financial education tools and access to a virtual GP).
- Electric car scheme and tailored wellness resources.
- Supportive culture that values collaboration and continuous learning.
Diversity and Inclusion at RSM
At RSM, we foster a culture of belonging where everyone feels empowered to be their true self. Our clients reflect diverse backgrounds, and we’re committed to ensuring our teams mirror that diversity. Through difference and inclusion, we drive innovation, foster collaboration, and better understand how to serve our clients.
By prioritising diversity, we build stronger teams with broader perspectives — helping make a real difference. We celebrate inclusion and ensure our culture reflects those values every day.
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