Audit and Accounts Manager

A highly competitive salary and genuine progression opportunities await the successful candidate. Supportive leadership and a collaborative team culture are at the heart of this well-established firm. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a respected firm of Chartered Accountants in Rushden as an Audit and Accounts Manager. Crowe Watson Recruitment is proud to partner with a leading firm of Chartered Accountants in Rushden to recruit an experienced Audit and Accounts Manager.

As specialist Accountancy Practice recruiters, Crowe Watson has built a strong reputation for connecting talented professionals with firms that truly value their people and invest in long-term development.

This role offers a varied portfolio, a healthy work-life balance, and the chance to play a key role in shaping client relationships and supporting a growing team. The successful Audit and Accounts Manager will oversee a diverse client portfolio including SMEs and owner-managed businesses, leading audits from planning through to completion and reviewing statutory accounts prepared under FRS 102 and FRS 105.

You will work closely with Partners, contribute to business development initiatives, and mentor junior staff to support their technical and professional growth. This position would suit a qualified ACA or ACCA professional seeking a senior leadership role within a progressive UK accountancy practice in Rushden. You might not meet all the criteria, but if you are passionate about developing yourself and your career, we’d love to hear from you.

Crowe Watson is acting as an Employment Agency, references to pay rates are indicative and salary is dependent on experience.

Key Responsibilities Managing a portfolio of audit and accounts clients within a UK accountancy practice Leading audit assignments from planning to completion Reviewing statutory accounts in line with UK GAAP (FRS 102/105) Supervising, mentoring, and developing junior team members Building and maintaining strong client relationships Supporting Partners with business development and practice growth initiatives Requirements ACA or ACCA qualified (or equivalent) Must have a minimum of 4 years post qualification experience working within a UK Practice environment Strong technical knowledge of UK auditing and accounting standards Proven experience managing audits and reviewing accounts Excellent communication and leadership skills Commercial awareness and a proactive approach to client service