Audit and Accounts Manager

Job Title

Audit and Accounts Manager

Location

London

Salary

£65,000 - £78,000

A leading and fast-growing top 20 accountancy firm is seeking an experienced Audit and Accounts Manager to join their London office. This is an exceptional opportunity for a qualified and ambitious accountant to join a dynamic, client-focused firm that works with a broad range of SME clients across various sectors.

What you will be doing as an Audit and Accounts Manager

• Lead and deliver audit and assurance services to a portfolio of clients in the SME sector.
• Manage client relationships, acting as a key contact and trusted advisor.
• Supervise audit teams and support staff, ensuring high-quality file completion and compliance.
• Review working papers and ensure audits are carried out in line with UK auditing standards.
• Identify business development opportunities and assist in winning new work.
• Support partners and senior managers on technical matters and larger client accounts.
• Contribute to internal quality and technical standards, including audit file reviews.

What you will need to succeed as an Audit and Accounts Manager

• ​ ACA, ACCA or equivalent qualified, with several years post-qualification experience.
• Previous experience as an Audit Manager or Assistant Manager within a UK accountancy practice.
• Strong technical knowledge of UK GAAP, FRS102, IFRS, ISAs, and relevant audit and accounting standards.
• Confident communicator with strong interpersonal and client liaison skills.
• Demonstrated ability to manage and deliver audits from planning to completion.
• Well-rounded tax knowledge, especially in corporation tax; knowledge of trusts or charities is a plus.
• Experience using software such as CCH, Audit Automation, Inflo, SAP, Xero, Sage, or QuickBooks is beneficial.
• Able to manage deadlines under pressure with a flexible and proactive approach.

Why join this firm?

• Competitive pension scheme
• Group life assurance (4x salary)
• Interest-free season ticket loan
• Private health insurance (post-probation)
• Access to exclusive benefits portal (cashback & retail discounts)
• Quarterly team events and social functions
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Generous referral bonus scheme
• Ongoing professional training and development support

What next?

The client is keen to start interviewing NOW! So, if you are interested, please apply asap!

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