Audit & Accounts Assistant Manager – Top 10 Firm – Perth
Are you an ambitious audit and accounts professional looking to step into a pivotal management role within a major national practice? Do you want to lead high-profile engagements, manage a diverse client portfolio, and play a key role in developing future talent, all while enjoying a market-leading benefits package?
This Top 10 Firm is a leading force in the UK accountancy sector and stands as the nation’s largest specialist practice dedicated to SMEs. With a reputation for driving growth through strong investment and expanding its service offerings, the firm combines extensive national scale with a deeply collaborative, local-office approach to client service.
As an Assistant Manager you will:
- Own and manage a diverse client portfolio with minimal support from senior staff, acting as a trusted adviser to build enduring relationships.
- Drive the full audit cycle from initial planning through to close‑out meetings, actively directing and managing your audit teams on‑site.
- Assist with managing staff resourcing across audits throughout the year, working closely with Partners and fellow managers.
- Work closely with the management team to deliver departmental work planning, staff appraisals, and structured technical guidance.
As the successful candidate you will:
- Hold a full professional qualification (ACA, ACCA, CA, or equivalent).
- Demonstrate a comprehensive, working knowledge of IFRS and UK GAAP.
- Possess significant experience in auditing and advising clients across a variety of industry sectors.
- Have proven experience coaching, mentoring, and guiding junior team members through their professional development.
What You’ll Receive
- 28 days annual leave
- Up to 8% pension contribution
- Hybrid working (50% working from home)
- 35‑hour working week with paid overtime
- Private medical cover
- Core working hours (10am–4pm) and a car allowance
(We cannot offer sponsorship)
Assistant Audit Manager in Perth 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.
