Senior Audit Manager in London

Reference: 4823080Job ID: 5411210Posted: 2026-08-24Closing date: 2026-11-22Location: ManchesterSalary: 45000 65000 (per annum)Job type: PermanentWorking pattern: Full time / Flexible workingIndustry: Accountancy Firms / Public Practice AccountingCompany: HaysConsultant: Tracey StrawHays office: Manchester — 5th Floor, City Tower, Piccadilly PlazaPhone: 0161 2364070Email: Tracey.Straw@hays.comYour new company A highly regarded independent accountancy and business advisory firm is looking to appoint an Audit Manager or Senior Manager to join its growing Charities and Not-for-Profit team in Manchester.Recognised as a market leader within the sector, the team acts for a diverse portfolio of charities, educational institutions, membership organisations, grant-making bodies, social enterprises, trusts and cultural organisations. With ambitious growth plans and a strong reputation for delivering outstanding client service, this is an excellent opportunity to develop your career within a specialist and highly respected teamYour new role As an Audit Manager or Senior Manager, you will take responsibility for managing a portfolio of charity and not-for-profit clients, delivering high-quality audit and advisory services while building long-term client relationships.You will lead assignments from planning through to completion, provide technical guidance to clients and colleagues, and support the continued growth of the team through business development and networking activities. You will also play an important role in mentoring and developing junior members of staff.Key responsibilities include:Managing a varied portfolio of charity and not-for-profit clientsLeading audits from planning through to completionActing as a trusted advisor on accounting, governance, controls and reporting mattersProviding technical expertise on charity accounting and sector-specific regulationsDeveloping and strengthening client relationshipsAssisting with tenders, proposals and business development activitiesCoaching and developing Audit Seniors, Semi-Seniors and TraineesKeeping up to date with developments affecting the charity and not-for-profit sectorWhat you'll need to succeed To be successful in this role, you will be ACA or ACCA qualified and possess a strong background in external audit within an accountancy practice environment.You will also have:Significant audit experience gained within practicePrevious experience working with charities and not-for-profit organisationsStrong technical knowledge of the Charities SORPAn understanding of VAT and tax issues affecting charitiesExcellent communication and stakeholder management skillsStrong team leadership and people development capabilitiesA commercial and client-focused approachApplications are welcomed from experienced Audit Managers seeking progression or established Senior Managers looking to join a leading specialist team.What you'll get in return Competitive salary and benefits packageHybrid working with up to three days from home35-hour working week with flexible core hoursProfit-sharing schemeAnnual discretionary bonusGenerous holiday entitlementContributory pension schemeLife assurance coverOngoing professional development and career progression opportunitiesThe opportunity to work with one of the UK's most respected Not-for-Profit audit teamsWhat you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. #4823080 - Tracey Straw