Audit Manager

Milton Keynes
Competitive salary + benefits
An established and highly respected accountancy practice is looking to appoint an Audit Manager to join its Milton Keynes team. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced audit professional who enjoys managing client relationships, leading teams, and delivering high-quality audit work across a diverse portfolio.


The Opportunity

You will manage a varied client portfolio including owner-managed businesses, private equity-backed companies and overseas-owned groups across a range of sectors.
The role offers strong exposure to both technical audit work and leadership responsibilities, including managing teams, overseeing assignments, and identifying opportunities to support clients with additional advisory services.
This firm prides itself on investing in its people and offers excellent career development opportunities alongside a collaborative and supportive culture.


The Role

Managing a portfolio of clients across a range of industries
Planning, controlling and reviewing audit assignments to ensure work is completed efficiently and to a high standard
Leading client relationships and acting as a trusted adviser
Holding pre-audit meetings with clients to identify key business developments and risk areas
Managing resources and workflow across multiple assignments
Preparing time budgets and monitoring audit profitability
Supervising and developing team members, including trainees and qualified staff
Completing staff appraisals, training records and performance reviews
Identifying opportunities for additional services and supporting business development activities
Supporting networking, marketing initiatives and client referrals
Contributing to ad-hoc projects including compliance and advisory work


What We’re Looking For

ACA or ACCA qualified with experience in a UK accountancy practice
Experience operating at Audit Manager level or ready to step into a Manager role
Strong knowledge of UK GAAP, FRS102, FRS101 and IFRS
Experience managing audit assignments and supervising teams
Strong commercial awareness and client relationship skills
Excellent communication and organisational abilities
Experience using accounting and audit software such as Excel, Sage or audit systems
Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver work to deadlines


What’s On Offer

Competitive salary depending on experience
Hybrid and flexible working options
33 days holiday including bank holidays with the option to buy or sell additional leave
Bonus and recognition schemes
Structured career progression and leadership development opportunities
Employee Assistance Programme including wellbeing and counselling support
A supportive and collaborative team environment


Interested?

If you are an experienced Audit Manager looking for a new challenge within a progressive and people-focused firm, we would love to hear from you.
Apply today to learn more about this opportunity.