Audit Manager

Auditors, did you know your skills are in high demand?

This Audit Manager job in Bedford is a unique opportunity for a seasoned auditor to join a fast-growing team, and contribute to the firm’s continued success.

The right candidate will excel at portfolio management, team oversight, and business development. You’ll have a proven track record of leading audit engagements from planning to completion and ensuring the highest standards at every step. You’ll be a strategic thinker, a proactive problem solver, and someone that junior staff feel comfortable approaching for guidance. You’ll have an excellent knowledge of current accounting regulations and industry developments, and you’ll be excited to build and nurture enhanced client relationships.

Does it sound like we’re describing you?

If so, you could secure a varied role with a highly regarded firm offering an impressive pay and perks package, learning and development opportunities, and a defined path to progression.

Is it time for a new challenge with a reputable firm that recognises and rewards hard work? If you’re a qualified and experienced auditor, don’t hesitate to apply for this Audit Manager role in Bedford today!

• Manage and lead audit engagements from planning to completion, including monitoring all commercial aspects of portfolio management
• Oversee a diverse portfolio of clients, acting as their go-to contact to handle any queries
• Coordinate junior team members, including managing workflow, reviewing work, and identifying training opportunities
• Review audit work, financial statements and supporting documentations to ensure the highest standard of accuracy and completeness
• Build professional relationships and adopt a proactive approach to problem solving
• Support business development for the firm, identifying new service lines for your portfolio
• Assist with the pitch and tender process for new work, preparing associated documents
• Work closely with Partners to ensure expectations, deadlines, and budgets are met
• Identify and implement processes to improve the efficiency of the audit function

Having undergone significant growth in recent years, this Bedford based firm is now looking for a talented Audit Manager to help support their business journey.

Known across the region for delivering first-class financial solutions, the Bedford team has a passion for audit excellence.

Fostering a supportive and educational working environment, this team will suit a career-driven candidate who is keen to further grow with a forward-thinking firm.

• £55,000 to £65,000 pa
• Permanent, full-time role
• 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Option to purchase more annual leave
• Competitive remuneration package
• Flexi-time and hybrid working available
• Contributory pension scheme
• Professional development
• Positive and supportive company culture
• Plus more

• ACA / ACCA/ or equivalent qualified
• Significant experience managing a portfolio in UK practice
• Previous supervisory experience with good people management skills
• Strong working knowledge of audit software, such as Caseware
• Confident using the Microsoft Office suite
• Good time management and a positive, can-do attitude when working under pressure
• A team player who is eager to support the wider team
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbally

Public Practice Recruitment Ltd recruits high-calibre accounting professionals at all levels for tax, accounts, and auditor jobs on both a permanent and temporary basis for accountancy firms.

Specialising solely in accountancy recruitment, Public Practice Recruitment Ltd regularly has new auditor jobs and accountancy jobs in Bedford and has a superb track record of meeting and exceeding expectations for accountants looking for their next accounting role.