ABOUT THE ROLE
We are currently seeking an Audit Assistant Manager to join a leading firm in the North West. As an Audit Assistant Manager, you will manage audit engagements, oversee junior staff, liaise with clients, and ensure audits are completed to a high standard. You will bridge the gap between seniors and managers, contributing to audit planning, reporting, and providing ongoing support to junior team members.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
*Client Focus: Manage a portfolio of clients, ensuring work is delivered on time and meets client expectations. Assist with fee discussions and scope revisions
*Technical Excellence: Provide insights on technical standards and offer training to junior staff.
*Team Management: Lead, mentor, and conduct performance reviews for junior staff, ensuring their continuous development
*Decision Making: Take ownership of key decisions within your remit and assist with team management tasks
*Efficiency & Deadlines: Ensure audit assignments are completed within scope and on time, maintaining high-quality standards
*Living Our Values: Foster a collaborative work environment, demonstrating integrity and promoting the company’s core values
CORE SKILLS & EXPERIENCE
*Audit Management: Oversee audits for non-complex clients and prioritise workloads
*Client Interaction: Take charge of client relationships, attending meetings, and acting as the point of contact throughout the year
*Regulatory Knowledge: Ensure compliance with audit standards, particularly in relation to external quality reviews
*Staff Development: Provide feedback and action plans for junior staff
*Industry Awareness: Stay updated on industry changes and use this knowledge for fee proposals and budget management
QUALIFICATIONS
*ACA/ACCA (or equivalent) or qualified by experience

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
*Client Relations & Billing: Ensure clear communication with clients and timely billing of completed work
*Review & Feedback: Perform key areas of review, ensuring that all working papers and conclusions are high-quality and well-presented
*Leadership: Guide the team, set objectives, and support their professional development
*Client Meetings: Attend audit committee and board meetings to present findings and address issues
If you are a motivated, client-focused professional looking for the next step in your audit career, apply today!

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Butler Rose is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.
Butler Rose Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.