Audit Manager - Canterbury

Audit Manager
Location: Canterbury, Kent

Our client, a prestigious top 40 accountancy practice with over 150 talented professionals in their Canterbury office, is seeking an Audit Manager to manage a diverse portfolio, including charities, academies, education, and not-for-profit (NFP) clients.
This is an opportunity to work with a firm that values collaboration, innovation, and excellence while providing comprehensive support for your career development in a flexible and inclusive environment.

• Take ownership of a client portfolio, managing workflow and ensuring high-quality service delivery.
• Plan, prioritise, and allocate audit tasks while maintaining budgets and maximising fee recovery.
• Lead client engagements, from planning through to completion, ensuring compliance with UK GAAP and ISA standards.
• Act as a trusted advisor, building lasting relationships with clients and identifying opportunities to add value.
• Support and mentor audit team members, providing regular feedback and fostering professional growth.
• Collaborate with internal teams to cross-sell services and drive business development.

• Qualifications: ACA/ACCA qualified with a strong foundation in statutory audit.
• Experience: Proven track record in managing audits, preferably with exposure to charities, academies, and NFP sectors.
• Skills: Strong technical knowledge of UK GAAP, IFRS (desirable), and ISA standards. Excellent organisational and analytical abilities with a client-first approach.
• Leadership: A natural leader with experience in mentoring and managing teams, driving results, and inspiring excellence.

• Wellbeing & Flexibility: Hybrid working model (3 days in the office/2 from home), enhanced mental health support, and flexible policies.
• Financial Benefits: Competitive salary, contributory pension, life assurance, and options for health and wellbeing coverage.
• Recognition & Development: Clear progression pathways, internal and external training, and a culture that celebrates success.
• Diversity & Inclusion: A supportive environment that values individuality and fosters a sense of belonging.
• Additional Perks: 25.5 days of annual leave plus bank holidays, volunteering opportunities, and travel-related benefits like cycle-to-work and interest-free season ticket loans.

This is more than a job-it's an opportunity to make a difference. You'll work with passionate professionals in a firm renowned for its dedication to clients in the charities, academies, education, and NFP sectors. With over 200 years of history, our client continues to innovate, inspire, and lead the way.
Ready to guide clients and colleagues to a brighter future? Apply now!

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