Audit Manager - Surrey
A highly respected and fast-growing UK accountancy practice is looking to appoint an Audit Manager to join its established Surrey office. This is a key leadership opportunity for an experienced audit professional who enjoys managing complex engagements, developing people, and building strong client relationships within a collaborative mid-tier environment.
The Audit Manager Role in Surrey
You will take ownership of a substantial and varied audit portfolio, managing key client relationships and ensuring delivery of high-quality audits within agreed budgets and deadlines.
Key responsibilities for the Audit Manager role include:
*Managing a diverse portfolio of clients with annual fees of approximately £500k.
*Leading large, complex audits from planning through to completion, including group and cross-border assignments.
*Acting as the primary point of contact for clients, providing clear, commercial, and technically robust advice.
*Identifying and managing a broad range of risks to the firm, including reputational and credit risk, not just audit risk.
*Supporting Partners with technical problem-solving and responding confidently to client or regulatory queries.
*Monitoring engagement budgets and ensuring accurate and timely timesheet and WIP management.
*Coaching, supervising, and developing trainees and junior staff across audit and related service lines.
*Collaborating with internal departments (tax, payroll, advisory) to provide a fully integrated service to clients.
*Identifying and converting business development opportunities into profitable engagements.
The Candidate
This role is suited to an ambitious Audit Manager who is looking to progress within a dynamic and people-focused firm.
You will bring:
*ACA or ACCA qualification (or equivalent).
*Proven experience managing both audit portfolios and teams within a UK accountancy practice environment.
*Strong working knowledge of UK auditing and accounting standards (FRS 101/102 and IFRS).
*Experience delivering both substantive and controls-based audits, including group and international work.
*A solid understanding of corporate tax and wider business advisory issues.
*Excellent communication and leadership skills, with the ability to act as a trusted advisor to clients and partners.
*A commercial mindset and the confidence to manage deadlines independently, while knowing when to escalate issues.
What’s on Offer
*Competitive salary and structured progression pathway.
*Hybrid and flexible working arrangements.
*Private medical cover, life assurance, and income protection.
*Enhanced annual leave with the option to buy/sell additional days.
*Family-friendly policies and wellbeing support.
*A broad and flexible benefits package including lifestyle and professional development support.
About the Firm
This independent, multi-disciplinary UK practice works with clients ranging from SMEs to large international groups across a broad range of sectors. The firm prides itself on technical excellence, a supportive culture, and empowering its people to make a meaningful impact for clients and communities alike.