Accounts & Audit Assistant Manager/ Manager in Croydon

Audit & Accounts Assistant Manager / Manager Employment Type: Permanent, Full Time Sector: Accountancy Practice / Audit & Accounts TPF Recruitment, the leading accountancy practice recruiters in the South, are delighted to be supporting a growing and highly regarded accountancy practice with the recruitment of an Audit & Accounts Assistant Manager / Manager. This is an excellent opportunity for an ACA or ACCA qualified accountant with strong audit experience to take the next step in their career. The role is client facing and offers the opportunity to manage a varied portfolio of SME audit and accounts clients, while taking responsibility for the delivery and review of audit work and supporting the development of junior team members. The level of responsibility will be tailored according to experience, making this an excellent opportunity for an experienced Assistant Manager looking to progress or an established Manager seeking a new challenge. You will manage a portfolio of audit and accounts clients, taking responsibility for audits from planning through to completion while acting as a key point of contact for clients. Managing a portfolio of audit and accounts clients, predominantly within the SME sector Leading the planning, budgeting and scheduling of audit assignments Ensuring audits are completed within agreed deadlines and budgets Supervising audit teams including Seniors, Associates and Trainees Reviewing audit working papers, testing and supporting documentation Providing technical guidance and resolving complex audit and accounting issues Acting as a key point of contact for clients throughout the audit process Building strong client relationships and managing expectations Reviewing draft financial statements and disclosures Supporting accounts preparation and review work Applying strong technical knowledge across relevant accounting and auditing standards Supporting corporation tax work and providing input on wider tax matters Taking ownership of assignments and ensuring high quality work is delivered Supporting Partners and senior team members with ad hoc work and advisory projects ACA or ACCA qualified Minimum of 5 years' audit experience within an accountancy practice Good knowledge of current auditing and accounting standards and company law Strong technical audit and accounts knowledge Good corporation tax knowledge, with awareness of VAT and payroll taxes advantageous Confident dealing directly with clients and building strong relationships Commercial approach with the ability to identify problems and provide solutions Strong Excel and general IT skills Experience with IRIS, MyWorkPapers or Mercia audit methodology would be advantageous Varied portfolio of SME audit and accounts clients Opportunity to progress your career within a growing practice Ongoing training and professional development Comprehensive benefits package Regular social events and team activities If you are an ACA or ACCA qualified accountant with strong practice audit experience and are looking for a role offering genuine client responsibility, team leadership and career progression, this could be an excellent opportunity. For more information, please contact Kourtney Luckett at TPF Recruitment on or email