Audit Manager

Audit Manager Job Vacancy

We are delighted to be representing a contemporary independent accountancy firm that forms part of a well regarded national network in their search for an Audit Manager in Huddersfield to join their expanding, modern team and support the Audi Partners with the provision of audit for a growing portfolio of exciting client, predominantly SMEs.

This opportunity will suit someone who is ACA, ACCA, or CA qualified or QBE and we're keen to meet accountants with at least 4 years of practice experience. You will have excellent communication and client relationship skills and attention to detail will also be essential for this role.

You will likely be working already as a Senior looking for a step up, or you will already be working at manager level and be excited to develop and showcase your skills in audit. You will be ready to support the Partners in creating a positive working environment, whilst ensuring the highest quality service is delivered. You will be excited to work as part of a brilliant team who create the highest standard of audit solutions for valued clients. This role involves significant team management and it will be up to the successful candidate to monitor the team workflow, performance and output so we're keen to meet Audit Managers with transferable skills in HR and people management.

This thriving firm is growing at pace so you will need to be comfortable offering creative and innovative ideas as to how the practice can keep up with the needs of their clients as they grow and you will be excited to know that this firm sees this role as the beginning of the successful candidate’s future with them.

Job Purpose

• Oversight of the provision of audit services in the office and in the field.
• Responsibility for management of the audit team.
• Monitor client deadlines and ensure these are met.
• Oversee the allocation of work, workflow and ensure deadlines are met and client expectations are exceeded.
• Identify and assess risk.
• Support the Partners with business development. Showcase a commercial mindset and offer innovative ideas towards achieving growth.
• Confidently lead and inspire the team, championing the firm’s values within the team.
• Provide professional and personable client-facing communication skills, nurture client relationships, secure new ones and retain existing ones.
• Support the Partners and fellow managers on ad hoc projects as required.

About This Firm

This thriving firm of accountants in Huddersfield offers a supportive environment to its workforce and is committed to the personal development of its people. They offer a modern approach to flexibility which they are happy to discuss with their staff on a case-by-case basis.

What’s On Offer

• £50,000 to £55,000 per annum
• Full or part time, permanent position
• Generous annual leave
• Study support and CPD
• Company pension
• A diverse and inclusive workplace culture
• The opportunity to shape the direction of travel for a growing business
• Hybrid and flexible working.

The Successful Applicant

• ACA, ACCA, or CA qualified or QBE with supervisory level audit experience within practice
• Self-motivated, confident and ambitious
• Supervisory level experience and a drive to progress to mentor and train junior accountants
• Technically efficient in both audit and accounting
• People management experience
• Effective client relationship skills
• An excellent work ethic
• Commercial business acumen and innovative ideas
• Great people skills and the ability to network and procure new business for the firm

About Public Practice Recruitment Ltd

Public Practice Recruitment Ltd recruits high-calibre accounting professionals at all levels for tax, accounts, and auditor jobs on both a permanent and temporary basis for accountancy firms.

Specialising solely in accountancy recruitment, Public Practice Recruitment Ltd regularly has new auditor jobs and accountancy jobs in Huddersfield and has a superb track record of meeting and exceeding expectations for accountants looking for their next accounting role.