Are you an experienced Audit Manager looking for your next step with a leading firm of Chartered Accountants in Canterbury? This is a fantastic opportunity to join a respected practice with a strong Not for Profit audit offering, with benefits including flexible working, a company pension, and much more. As Audit Manager (NFP), you will take ownership of a varied portfolio of charity and not for profit clients, leading audit assignments from planning through to completion. You will review work, manage deadlines and act as a trusted point of contact for clients, while coaching and developing a supportive team of seniors and juniors.

Crowe Watson Recruitment is delighted to be supporting the firm with this search, and we are proud of our reputation for matching talented accountancy professionals with the right practice. The firm is well established in Kent and invests heavily in its people, offering clear progression and a collaborative culture where your contribution is valued. We are a specialist recruiter focused exclusively on Audit, Accounts and Tax roles within UK practice, known for our honest advice and genuine commitment to candidates.

What is the day-to-day of the role:

• Manage a portfolio of NFP and charity audit clients
• Lead audit assignments from planning to completion
• Review working papers and sign off on completed files
• Coach, mentor and develop audit seniors and juniors
• Build strong, lasting client relationships

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• Previous experience working within a UK Practice environment
• ACA, ACCA or ICAS qualified
• Strong knowledge of UK GAAP, ISAs and the Charities SORP
• Proven experience managing audit teams and client portfolios
• Excellent communication and organisational skills

Benefits:

• Flexible working arrangements
• Company pension
• Clear progression
• Collaborative culture where your contribution is valued

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. Unfortunately, we are unable to help with sponsorship.