Overview
This national firm of accountants and business advisors enjoys an excellent reputation for merit driven (not time driven) people development, retaining and promoting internally right through to partner. New business growth however has been so great that an opening has arisen for an experienced external audit manager to join their wonderful offices in Leeds (they really are wonderful).
Responsibilities
As an Audit Manager, you will contribute greatly to the relationship management of a number of important clients, both listed (predominantly AIM listed) and privately owned. This will often mean being the first port of call on technical and other queries and offering general advice (where appropriate) to clients within your portfolio.
Responsibility for ensuring that audits are planned and executed to the highest standards, billing and recoveries managed and certain fees negotiated will also form part of your role. You will coach and manage graduate trainees and part qualified accountants to assist with their career development. It is anticipated that you will begin the process of contributing towards the marketing and business development activities of the office - especially with existing clients.
Qualifications
You must have Plc statutory financial audit experience (AIM or main market) and very good project management skills, which will be needed to inherit a sizeable audit portfolio. This is not seen as a career manager role and the expectation is that you will show the qualities required to become a senior manager and beyond in due course (as mentioned above, based on merit, not time). You will need to be a fully qualified accountant, whether ACA (ICAEW), CA (ICAS) or ACCA from within a quality firm of accountants, though it does not need to be a national firm - the audit (especially Plc) experience is primary.
Candidates must be eligible to work in the UK full time without restriction.
Benefits
This firm values its people, their development and their work and life balance highly. They offer hybrid working (3/2 office/home split), flexible hours, 35 hour working week, enhanced pension, bonus, medical and many other benefits.
Audit Manager in Guiseley employer: Sharp Consultancy
Join a well-established business in the service sector that offers a supportive culture and excellent staff retention, making it an ideal employer for those starting their career in finance. With hands-on experience, ongoing training, and AAT study support available, you'll thrive in a friendly finance team that genuinely encourages your professional growth and development. This role is perfect for motivated individuals eager to learn and build a long-term career in accounting.
