Audit & Accounts Manager

?? North London | Permanent | Hybrid & Ultra-Flexible Working

?? The Opportunity

This role offers a chance to join a thriving firm in North London as an Audit & Accounts Manager — a firm that doesn’t just claim to support work-life balance and internal progression, but actively delivers on it.

The incoming manager will lead a diverse portfolio split between audit oversight and accounts assignments. With a client mix ranging from OMBs to listed companies and multibillion-pound organisations, the work is dynamic, hands-on, and far from routine.

From day one, the successful candidate will take charge of client engagements, lead talented teams, and play a key role in shaping the firm’s strategic growth — enjoying autonomy with robust support.

�? Clients & Day-to-Day Work

No two days are the same here. The manager will be exposed to a wide array of clients, including:

• Owner-managed businesses and household-name corporates

• Listed entities on the NEX and AIM markets

• Complex group structures reporting under UK GAAP, FRS 102, and IFRS

The role includes full responsibility for the audit cycle, risk management at the engagement level, and maintaining strong client relationships built on trust and value — not just compliance.

Beyond audit season, responsibilities will include overseeing accounts preparation, contributing to advisory work, mentoring junior team members, and supporting business development initiatives.

?? Ideal Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate will likely be:

• ACA/ACCA/CA qualified with robust external audit experience

• Skilled in leading teams and building long-term client rapport

• Confident in UK GAAP and FRS 102, with working knowledge of IFRS

• Comfortable mentoring juniors and guiding performance

• Commercially minded and confident in networking and proposal situations

• Eager to grow within a firm where 75% of current Partners were promoted internally

?? Tech & Tools in Use

The firm embraces modern, cloud-based solutions to streamline workflows. Key platforms and tools include:

• CCH, Xero, CaseWare

• Advanced Excel (spreadsheet wizards welcomed)

• Automation tools that cut out the tedious admin

�? What’s on Offer

• ?? Competitive above-market salary + annual bonus scheme

• ?? Ultra-flexible hours (core hours: 10am-4pm)

• �? Hybrid working environment built on trust

• �? 31 days holiday, increasing to 33 after five years

• �? Private medical insurance

• ?? One paid volunteering day each year

• ?? Income protection + referral bonuses

• ?? Genuine promotion pathway and career momentum

• ?? Regular socials and a refreshingly light-hearted culture

?? About the Firm (Without Dropping Names)

This isn’t a cookie-cutter mid-sized practice. Officially recognised as a Top 10 Employer, the firm employs over 70 professionals and blends ambition with a down-to-earth, people-first culture.

The working environment is professional but never overly corporate — Partners operate with open-door policies and know everyone by name. The firm values people over politics, always.

?? Interested?

Applications are welcome for a confidential conversation — perfect for professionals who aren’t actively job hunting but are open to the right opportunity.