Excellent firm of chartered accountants based in Essex are
looking for an audit manager to join their team

About the Role

An established, high-growth UK accountancy and business advisory
practice is seeking an ambitious Audit Manager to join their
Essex office. This is an excellent opportunity for a
post-qualified audit professional to take full ownership of a
diverse client portfolio, lead audit assignments from start to
finish, and work closely with office Partners to drive team
success.

Key Responsibilities

Audit Management: Lead full-cycle audit engagements for a varied
portfolio of SMEs and corporate clients in line with UK GAAP (FRS
102) and ISAs.

Team Leadership: Supervise, mentor, and review the work of junior
audit staff, providing ongoing coaching and career development.

Client & Partner Liaison: Act as the main point of contact for
client leadership; report key findings and technical insights
directly to Responsible Individuals (RIs) and Partners.

Commercial Performance: Monitor job budgets, billings, and WIP
targets to ensure timely and profitable project delivery.

Key Requirements

Qualification: Fully qualified ACA, ACCA, or equivalent.

Experience: Proven post-qualification experience managing audit
engagements within a UK accounting practice.

Technical Knowledge: Strong command of UK accounting standards
and International Standards on Auditing.

Leadership & Communication: Excellent client-facing skills with
experience managing and developing staff.

What’s on Offer

* Competitive base salary tailored to experience
* Hybrid and flexible working arrangements
* Clear, defined pathways for progression to Senior Manager and
beyond
* Comprehensive benefits package and a supportive local team
environment

Interested? Apply now with your CV to discuss the role in
confidence.