Audit Manager

Audit Manager

Full-Time 40500 - 49500 £ / year (est.) Home office (partial)
Austin Rose Associates

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Lead audit assignments, mentor junior staff, and manage client relationships.
  • Company: Top 20 firm of chartered accountants with a collaborative culture.
  • Benefits: Hybrid working, private medical care, enhanced pension, and funded training.
  • Other info: Join a modern workplace focused on professional growth and development.
  • Why this job: Step up your career in a supportive environment with real impact.
  • Qualifications: Experience in audit management and strong leadership skills.

The predicted salary is between 40500 - 49500 £ per year.

Audit Manager | Top 20 Firm | Liverpool

Are you an experienced Audit Assistant Manager or Manager looking to step into a comprehensive Audit Manager position within a collaborative, market-leading team?

Are you seeking a role where you can lead high-profile client engagements, mentor junior staff, and take a defined step forward in your public practice career?

About the Firm

This Top 20 Firm of chartered accountants and business advisors provides a full-service offering across the UK.

Combining local autonomy with the resources of an expansive national network, the firm fosters a modern, inclusive workplace driven by clear values, collaborative growth, and long-term professional development.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and manage audit assignments from initial planning through to completion, ensuring all work meets regulatory standards.
  • Act as the primary point of contact for client leadership, managing expectations and maintaining regular operational communication.
  • Supervise, review, and mentor junior team members, providing structured feedback to support their ongoing technical development.
  • Take responsibility for project financial management, including preparing budgets, tracking engagement progress, and managing billing.
  • Ensure complete compliance with UK GAAP (FRS 102) and IFRS frameworks across all engagements.
  • Work closely with Directors to align engagement delivery with broader departmental commercial goals

As an Audit Manager you will

  • Build and maintain strong multi-sector client relationships while identifying advisory and service expansion opportunities.
  • Oversee day-to-day engagement workflow using advanced audit technology platforms, including CCH and Inflo.
  • Conduct technical reviews of financial statements and audit files prior to Partner sign-off.
  • Manage client portfolio profitability, resource allocation, and engagement efficiency.
  • Drive quality control and risk management protocols across all assigned audit engagements.
  • What You’ll Receive
  • Hybrid working pattern with flexible working arrangements.
  • Private medical care plan.
  • Enhanced employer pension contribution scheme.
  • Funded professional training and continuous CPD support.

At Austin Rose, we specialise in Public Practice recruitment and use our market insight to support professionals in securing roles aligned with their long-term ambitions.

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Audit Manager employer: Austin Rose Associates

Join a leading independent firm in Glasgow that champions innovation and professional growth, offering a dynamic environment for Business Advisory Managers. With a strong focus on collaboration and digital transformation, this firm not only provides competitive salaries but also clear pathways for career progression and the opportunity to manage your own client portfolio. Experience a supportive culture that values continuous development and empowers you to make a meaningful impact in the accounting profession.

Austin Rose Associates

Contact Details:

Austin Rose Associates Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Audit Manager

Audit Management
Client Relationship Management
Regulatory Compliance
UK GAAP (FRS 102)
IFRS Frameworks
Financial Statement Review
Project Financial Management