Audit Manager

Audit Manager - Edinburgh

Salary: £50,000 - £60,000

Location:

Edinburgh (hybrid working - up to 2 days from home)

Our clients is a well-established, medium-sized accountancy firm based in Edinburgh, with a strong reputation for quality, long-term client relationships and developing their people. Due to continued growth and future succession planning, they are looking to appoint an Audit Manager who is keen to build a long-term career and progress within the firm.

The role

You will take responsibility for a mixed portfolio of clients, predominantly audit-focused with some accounts work. A significant proportion of the portfolio includes charity and not-for-profit organisations, so experience or interest in this sector would be particularly valuable.

Working closely with partners, you will manage assignments from planning through to completion, while also playing a key role in developing and mentoring the team.

Key responsibilities

Managing a portfolio of audit and accounts clients, acting as the main point of contact
Planning, leading and reviewing audit assignments in line with UK GAAP and relevant charity SORPs
Overseeing audit fieldwork, budgets and deadlines, ensuring work is delivered to a high standard
Reviewing statutory accounts and audit files before partner sign-off
Liaising directly with clients, trustees and finance teams to resolve technical and practical issues
Managing, mentoring and developing audit seniors and juniors, including on-the-job coaching
Supporting partners with client relationship management, fee discussions and new business opportunities
Contributing to improvements in audit processes and internal procedures

About you

ACA/CA qualified, or qualified by experience (ACCA considered with strong audit background)
Strong experience in audit within a UK practice environment
Previous management or supervisory experience is essential
Exposure to charity and not-for-profit audits is highly desirable
Commercial, organised and confident dealing with clients at all levels
Ambitious and motivated, with a genuine desire to progress and take on more responsibility over time

If you are an experienced Audit Manager (or an Audit Senior ready to step up) looking for a long-term opportunity in a firm that invests in its people and offers genuine progression, we would be keen to hear from you.

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