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We are looking for an Audit Assistant Manager to join an award-nominated audit team within a top 40 accountancy firm. This role offers valuable hands-on experience, career development opportunities, and a healthy work-life balance. In this position, you will take on larger and more complex audit assignments, manage audit planning and completion, and mentor junior team members, building your skills for future managerial roles.
Key Responsibilities:
- 80% audit work, 20% accounts preparation
- Lead audits for clients with turnovers up to £250 million, including specialised audits (such as FSA, pensions, and charities)
- Prepare draft corporation tax computations, statutory accounts, and consolidated accounts
- Provide support and guidance to junior staff, addressing technical accounting and auditing issues
- Gradually manage your own portfolio of audit and non-audit clients, fostering strong client relationships and overseeing staff development
- Contribute to the continuous improvement of the audit team and assist with business development initiatives
Requirements:
- ACA or ACCA qualified
- Experience in a Chartered Practice, ideally with exposure to a wide range of clients, including pension schemes, LLPs, FCA-regulated entities, and charities
- Experience with audit and accounts preparation for clients with turnovers up to £40 million
- Strong technical knowledge of FRS 102 and FRS 105 (IFRS experience is a plus)
- Confident communicator with clients, staff, and senior partners
- A hands-on, proactive self-starter with the ability to multitask and provide on-the-job training
Why Join?
- Flexible working options, including agile hours and a supportive team culture
- Clear opportunities for career progression, with a structured development path towards Manager level
- Exposure to a diverse client base and specialised audit work
- A collaborative environment focused on continuous learning and professional growth
If you are looking for an opportunity to develop your career in a supportive and dynamic team, please click apply to submit your CV. Alternatively, connect with me on LinkedIn (Kat Peters at Distinct Recruitment) to discuss the role further.
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