Audit Assistant Manager in Guildford

Our client is a top 10 accountancy firm, and they are seeking an Audit Assistant Manager to join their Guildford team. In this role, you'll take ownership of assurance engagements, lead on-site fieldwork, and serve as a trusted contact for a varied and interesting client portfolio.

You will work across a broad range of sectors including life sciences, technology, retail, manufacturing, financial services and more. You will be part of a firm that genuinely supports professional growth. You will gain exposure to a variety of international businesses that also include several household names.

This is a role for someone who enjoys both the technical side of audit and the people side of the business, whether that's developing junior colleagues, solving problems in the moment, or building lasting client relationships. With hybrid working in place and a genuine commitment to promoting from within, this is an environment where your career can move forward.

What You'll Be Doing

• Taking ownership of audit engagements from planning through to completion, ensuring work is carried out in line with relevant professional standards.
• Leading the on-site element of assurance assignments, providing direction and practical support to the wider team throughout the engagement.
• Supporting, coaching, and developing junior colleagues, helping to build confidence and capability across the team.
• Acting as a primary point of contact for clients during assignments, maintaining strong relationships and consistently delivering a high standard of service.
• Proactively identifying and addressing audit issues as they arise, and contributing to ongoing improvements in efficiency and working practices.

Requirements

• ACA or ACCA qualified, or equivalent.
• Must have at least three years experience working in audit in the UK.
• Right to work as sponsorship cannot be provided.
• A demonstrated ability to manage client relationships and deliver high-quality assurance output.

Nice to Have

• Familiarity with an analytical review approach within audit engagements.

Why Join

• Hybrid and flexible working arrangements.
• 26 days' annual leave, with the option to purchase additional days.
• Access to over on-demand learning courses, developed by the in-house development team.
• Financial wellbeing tools, an electric car scheme, and access to a virtual GPA firm that actively promotes from within and supports both your short and long-term career goals.

Ambition is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation.