Audit Manager

We are looking for an experienced audit professional to take ownership of a varied client portfolio, manage engagements from planning through completion, and play a key role in developing both client relationships and the wider business.

What you''ll be doing

• Managing a portfolio of medium and large clients, including group structures.

• Allocating staff to audits and overseeing workflow.

• Reviewing audit files and highlighting key issues to the Responsible Individual (RI).

• Liaising professionally with clients to maintain strong working relationships.

• Setting budgets, negotiating fees, and raising invoices in line with agreed billing schedules.

• Monitoring delivery against budgets and identifying causes of overruns.

• Participating in appraisals, reviews, and identifying training needs for the team.

• Engaging in business development and networking to contribute to firm growth.

What we''re looking for

• ACA or ACCA qualified.

• At least 2 years'' post-qualified audit experience within a UK accountancy practice.

• Strong technical knowledge of UK GAAP.

• IT proficient, ideally with CaseWare experience.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to prioritise, meet deadlines, and manage multiple assignments.

• Strong risk assessment skills at both planning and completion stages.

• Proactive, flexible, and confident in working independently or as part of a team.

• Demonstrates a positive, professional attitude and acts as a role model to others.

What''s on offer

• Competitive salary, dependent on experience.

• Hybrid working (Monday to Friday).

• Annual Christmas Bonus equivalent to one week''s salary.

• Salary Sacrifice Pension Scheme (Employer: 5%; Employee: 3%), subject to eligibility.

• Private Medical Insurance after 3 months'' service (taxable benefit).

• Death in Service cover (4x salary).

• Group Income Protection Scheme (non-contributory) after 3 months'' service.

• 25 days annual leave (pro-rata), including 3 days normally taken at Christmas/New Year.

Connect2Employment is a trading style of Luton & Kent Commercial Services LLP - A joint venture between Luton Borough Council & Commercial Services Kent Ltd. Connect2Employment is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business. It positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates.