Audit Manager

Location: Tile Hill

Job Title:

Audit Manager

Contract Type:
Permanent / Full Time

Location:

Coventry / Nuneaton

Reports To:

Director

Company Overview

Armstrongs Accountancy is a well-established and forward-thinking firm of chartered accountants, recognised nationally for delivering exceptional support to clients across all stages of their business journey. Our reputation is built on trust, technical excellence, and a commitment to providing tailored, proactive advice.

As a growing practice, we’re proud to foster a collaborative and supportive working environment where every team member can thrive. We value clear communication, enthusiasm, and a positive, solutions-focused attitude.

Overall, Purpose of Job

As an Audit Manager, you will be responsible for managing a portfolio of audit clients, ensuring high-quality audit delivery, and providing leadership to junior team members. You will play a key role in client relationship management, staff development, and supporting the firm's ongoing growth and development initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

Audit Management

* Lead and manage end-to-end audit assignments from planning through to completion.

* Ensure audits are delivered on time, within budget, and in line with regulatory and internal standards.

* Review working papers and financial statements to ensure technical accuracy and compliance.

* Liaise with clients throughout the audit process, providing regular updates and resolving queries.

Client Service

* Act as the main point of contact for clients within your portfolio.

* Build and maintain strong, trusted client relationships.

* Advise clients on accounting and audit issues, adding value where appropriate.

* Identify opportunities for additional services and cross-selling within the firm.

Team Leadership

* Oversee and mentor audit team members, providing training, support, and feedback.

* Delegate work effectively according to team members' experience and development needs.

* Conduct performance reviews and contribute to career progression planning.

* Foster a collaborative and positive team environment.

Practice Development

* Keep up to date with changes in auditing standards, accounting regulations (e.g., FRS 102, UK GAAP), and industry developments.

* Support internal quality control processes and continuous improvement initiatives.

* Contribute to business development activities, proposals, and client onboarding.

The list of responsibilities is not exhaustive but outlines the main features of the role at appointment and may vary as the job evolves without affecting the nature of the duties or the responsibility levels.

Qualifications and essential requirements

Qualifications

* ACA, ACCA (or equivalent) qualified.

* RI status (or the ambition to work towards this) is advantageous but not essential.

Experience

* Significant experience in audit within a UK accountancy practice.

* Proven experience managing multiple audits concurrently.

* Experience leading and developing junior team members.

* Strong technical knowledge of UK GAAP, FRS 102, and auditing standards.

Skills

* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

* Strong organisational and time management abilities.

* Commercially aware with a proactive approach to client service.

* High attention to detail and commitment to quality.

What We Offer

* A supportive and friendly working environment.

* Study support for professional qualifications (if applicable).

* Opportunities for professional development and career progression.

* Exposure to a wide variety of clients and industries.

* Competitive salary and benefits package