Audit Manager

Audit Manager Job Vacancy

We are delighted to be representing an established and regionally respected firm in their search for an Audit Manager in Southampton to join their modern team and oversee audit matters for a portfolio of interesting clients in a variety of sectors.

This opportunity will suit someone who is ACA, ACCA or CA qualified, with several years of audit experience within an accountancy practice. You will be able to effectively communicate technical matters in an easy-to-understand way for clients and an elevated level of attention to detail will also be essential for this role.

The Audit Manager will be responsible for not only the workflow of audit from planning to completion, but also the progression, performance and productivity of the audit team so leadership and people management skills will also be essential.

You’ll support the Partners in all aspects of business development too so great communication and networking skills will stand candidates in good stead to win this enticing position with a market-beating suite of rewards.

Job Purpose

• Manage audits from planning to completion.
• Mentor the team?and support with their learning and development.
• Monitor client deadlines and ensure these are met.
• The preparation and submission of financial statements.
• Oversee workflow and improve processes where possible.
• Leading field-based client meetings and audit work.
• Able to work alongside and support the Partners in all audit and business development matters.
• Assist with target setting and department budgeting.
• Billing and debt overview for the audit department.
• Ability to identify services that will add value to your portfolio of clients.
• Confident in networking to promote the department.
• Overseeing the audit team and championing the firm’s values within the team.
• Provide professional and personable client-facing communication skills.
• Set an example for the team as a natural leader.
• Not be afraid to add innovative ideas into the mix.

About The Employer

This regional and multi-office accounting firm is proud to offer a unique approach to providing modern business services to their portfolio of clients. Working to support differing structures in differing sectors they ensure their clients are given a bespoke level of service that adds real value to their accounting offering.

And to ensure that their workforce is up to the task of meeting the needs of such a wide range of clients this firm invests in the whole person as a valued member of their team. A role with this firm will offer talented candidates a very bright future indeed.

What’s On Offer

• £60,000 to £70,000 per annum
• Company pension
• Full time, permanent role
• Commitment to staff wellbeing
• A supportive working environment

The Successful Applicant

• ACA, ACCA or CA qualified with audit experience within practice
• Self-motivated and reliable who is eager to progress
• Technically efficient in both audit and accounting
• Experience of audit systems would be a distinct advantage.
• A drive to deliver technical knowledge as a point of call for the team
• Previous supervisory experience, with a positive attitude
• Confident in reviewing processes and improving systems to boost efficiency
• Strong communication skills are essential, both verbal and written

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