Assistant Manager, Audit (NFP) in Cheltenham

• Assistant Manager, Audit (NFP)
• Crowe LLP
• Cheltenham, United Kingdom
• Permanent
• 24658250
• Full time
• Competitive
• About Crowe

Crowe is a leading national firm offering audit, tax, advisory, and consulting services with global reach and local expertise.

As an independent member of Crowe Global, one of the top 10 accounting networks worldwide, we have access to over 46,000 professionals across 150+ countries and more than 800 offices globally.

Our vision is to be a leader in our chosen markets, creating lasting value for our clients and our people and being a trusted partner in their success.

We are dedicated to driving client success, empowering our people, embracing sustainability, delivering technological change, and acting in the public interest.

Our specialist not for profit team is multi-disciplinary and includes audit, accounting, tax, risk management, evaluation, governance, and consultancy specialists as well as grants specialists.

Job Role

We are looking for an ambitious Audit Manager with a passion for the not for profit sector to join our award-winning team based in our Midlands office.

You will be joining the leading firm of auditors to the charity sector committed to delivering a quality service to a high-profile portfolio of clients.

The role will involve working with a variety of charities and other not for profit organisations, from startups to well-established, prestigious clients within the sector (including INGOs, grant makers, schools, academies, membership organisations, professional bodies, and housing associations), many of whom are top 100 charities or household names.

This is a great opportunity for anyone looking to specialise and grow within the sector.

You will work alongside experienced partners in a dynamic and growing team, within a supportive and approachable environment.

Your role will be challenging and varied, and you will be encouraged to take on responsibilities with excellent opportunities for quick development and progression within the firm.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate your team and manage projects and multiple assignments effectively.
• Manage a portfolio of external audit clients, providing a year-round service, including building and maintaining strong relationships with clients and colleagues.
• Lead audit teams ensuring work is completed within budget and timescales from planning to completion.
• Act as a principal contact for clients throughout the year, delivering proactive service.
• Work to tight deadlines, taking responsibility for your work and organizing multi-tasking and client appointments.
• Prepare and present reports to senior management and Audit Committees/Boards.
• Direct, coach, and mentor audit teams to assist with engagement delivery.
• Be proactive in business development activities, developing, maintaining, and monitoring your network.
• Participate in proposals and presentations for new work.
• Potentially involve in providing wider assurance services to clients.
• Participate in team and firm-wide activities and training opportunities.
• Technical Skills, Experience & Knowledge
• Qualified ACA, ICAS, or ACCA.
• A good working knowledge of Excel and Word.
• Strong technical knowledge of auditing and accounting standards.
• Experience of Charity audits and the not for profit sector, including the Charities SORP, is an advantage but not essential.
• Strong people management skills to support, coach, and mentor junior colleagues.
• An interest in the not for profit sector.

Why choose Crowe?

Whatever career path you choose-whether in audit, tax, marketing, or HR we offer a rewarding and clear career pathway to develop your talents and make a meaningful impact with our diverse client base.

At Crowe, we foster a collaborative and inclusive culture and support your professional journey of self-discovery.

We value innovation and welcome those committed to making a difference for our communities, colleagues, and clients.

With access to expert knowledge, continuous learning, competitive salaries, and flexible benefits, you have the tools to build a rewarding career.

We are committed to diversity, equal opportunity, and merit-based progression.

We promote a healthy working environment with an agile approach and dedicated wellbeing support, helping our people thrive both professionally and personally.

Following changes to government policy in April 2024, we only accept applications from individuals with an existing, permanent right to live and work in the UK.

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