Audit & Accounts Senior Manager

TPF Recruitment is delighted to be partnering with a well-established and growing accountancy and advisory firm in Croydon, who are looking to recruit an Audit & Accounts Senior Manager to join their busy and supportive team. This firm provides high-quality audit, accounts, and advisory services to a wide range of clients, including SMEs and entrepreneurial businesses. They pride themselves on delivering excellent client service while fostering a collaborative and professional working environment.

This role is ideal for an ambitious and experienced individual who wants to take a senior position with a strong focus on reviewing and mentoring staff.

In this role, you will manage a portfolio of clients across audit and accounts assignments, ensuring the highest quality of service and accuracy in all deliverables. A key aspect of this role is reviewing the work of junior team members to ensure compliance, accuracy, and consistency. Your main responsibilities will include:

• Leading and managing audit engagements from planning to completion
• Preparing statutory and annual accounts for a diverse client base
• Conducting thorough risk assessments and testing key controls
• Reviewing, checking and signing off the work of junior staff, providing guidance and constructive feedback
• Preparing management letters and reporting audit findings to clients
• Coaching, mentoring, and supporting junior and mid-level team members to improve technical skills and efficiency
• Maintaining and developing strong client relationships, providing proactive advice
• Supporting Partners with client portfolios and business development opportunities
• Ensuring compliance with professional standards, accounting regulations, and internal processes
• Contributing to process improvements to drive efficiency and quality

The ideal candidate will have:

• ACA or ACCA qualification, with desire to achieve RI status in the future
• Substantial experience in audit and accounts within a practice environment
• Strong technical knowledge of UK GAAP and audit standards
• Experience managing and mentoring junior team members
• Excellent client-facing skills with a professional and proactive approach
• Confidence in handling multiple client engagements and deadlines
• Proficiency in accounting software such as Xero, Sage, QuickBooks, or similar

This role offers a competitive salary, hybrid working flexibility, and a professional yet friendly team environment. You will have the opportunity to grow your leadership skills while delivering high-quality services to a varied portfolio of clients. You will be joining a firm that values collaboration, career development, and excellence, where your expertise and contribution will be recognised and supported.