Audit Manager

Audit Managers in or around Edinburgh...

Do you want to join the leadership team of an award-winning firm?

Can you manage your own portfolio of clients and oversee audit engagements from planning to completion?

Would you excel at supervising staff, reviewing work and bringing out the best in the team around you?

If so, this is a job you'll want to hear more about...

We're looking for an experienced, well-established Audit Manager to join a highly respected firm with a progressive branch in Edinburgh. Opportunities to join this firm at leadership level don't come around very often.

If you're...

An excellent communicator, natural-born leader and approachable manager
An experienced auditor with an all-encompassing technical skillset
ACCA or ACA qualified with demonstrable audit experience within practice
An active, hands-on member of the team, with the ability to motivate others
Confident overseeing the firm's audit function to ensure clients' expectations are met

...then we want to hear from you!

Plus, you'll secure an above-market salary, impressive perks and a tailored career plan which could take you all the way to Partner.

But hurry, a role this good won't be around for long.

Don't let this one pass you by. Send us your CV today to take a step towards this Audit Manager job in Edinburgh.

Job Purpose

Manage your own portfolio of clients, ensuring work is completed on-time and in-budget
Support the delivery of audit assignments from planning to completion
Oversee onsite audit fieldwork, championing service excellence and compliance at every step
Manage audit assignments in accordance with firm's processes and clients' expectations, including costs and billing arrangements
Review work prepared by the audit team, monitoring work in progress and handling issues effectively
Draft management letters, including finalising accounts and letters of engagements
Attend client meetings to provide support to Senior Managers and Directors
Aid the development of junior staff by reviewing work, delegating projects and delivering training
Liaise directly with clients, building strong rapport and proactively handling queries
Identify opportunities for value-added services in line with the firm's business development goals
Promote services to existing and prospective clients
Maintain a high level of technical knowledge by undertaking further learning opportunities where possible
Champion your own professional development, proactively learning from the experienced team
Support the wider firm with ad hoc duties as needed

About the Employer

This Audit Manager role is a unique opportunity to join an award-winning, multi-office firm that places client satisfaction at the very heart of what they do.

With a rich history of success already behind them, the Edinburgh team is now looking for a hands-on, highly ambitious leader to help support the firm's continued success.

Offering impressive perks and a defined pathway to progression, this practice is a great place to work for accountants at all levels.

What’s On Offer

£50,000 to £70,000 per annum
Full time, permanent role
Hybrid / flexible working
33 days annual leave, including bank holidays
Private healthcare
Enhanced pension
Employee referral scheme
Car lease plan
Paid CSR opportunities
Life assurance
Professional development opportunities
Supportive working environment
Modern office and social activities
Inclusive company values
Plus more

The Successful Applicant

ACCA or ACA qualified
Qualified by at least 3 years' practice experience also considered
A proven track record of working with OMBs is desirable, but not essential
Demonstrable experience supervising junior staff and working at manager level
Strong track record in managing a varied portfolio of clients and overseeing audit assignments
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
Highly proficient using MS Office, Sage, Caseware and other relevant software
Self-motivated, reliable and eager to progress
A strong work ethic, time management and organisational skills
Proactive problem solver with a keen eye for detail
Able to work confidently with Senior Managers and Partners
Strong commercial acumen with a drive to support business development

About Public Practice Recruitment Ltd

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 Edinburgh and has a superb track record of meeting and exceeding expectations for accountants looking for their next accounting role.

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