Audit Senior Manager

Job Title

Audit Senior Manager

Location

London

Salary

£75,000 - £88,000

I'm currently working with a highly regarded and growing accountancy practice looking to appoint an Audit Senior Manager to join their London team.

This is a senior role within the audit practice, offering responsibility for a significant portfolio of clients as well as the opportunity to play a key role in the leadership and development of the team. The firm has a strong reputation within the professional services sector, with around 50% of the audit portfolio consisting of professional services clients, alongside clients across sectors including real estate, construction, technology, retail and media.

The position would suit an experienced Senior Manager who enjoys building strong client relationships, developing teams and contributing to the strategic growth of an audit practice.

What you will be doing as an Audit Senior Manager:

• Managing and overseeing a portfolio of audit clients, including professional firms such as law firms and accountancy practices
• Leading multiple audit engagements from planning through to completion, ensuring quality and efficiency across assignments
• Acting as the primary point of contact for senior client stakeholders and building long-term relationships
• Reviewing audit work, providing technical oversight and ensuring compliance with UK auditing and accounting standards
• Managing several audit assignments simultaneously, ensuring deadlines and budgets are met
• Leading and developing audit teams, including line management of Managers and junior staff
• Supporting recruitment, training and performance development across the team
• Planning engagements strategically to maximise efficiency and firm-wide productivity
• Playing a key role in business development, including identifying opportunities within existing clients, contributing to pitches and supporting new client wins

What you will need to succeed as an Audit Senior Manager:

• ACA or ACCA qualified (or equivalent)
• Currently operating at Audit Senior Manager level or an experienced Manager ready to step up
• Strong technical knowledge of UK auditing and accounting standards
• Background within general practice or professional services
• Significant experience auditing professional firms, ideally including law firms and accountancy practices
• Experience overseeing multiple engagements and managing complex client portfolios
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to mentor, develop and motivate teams
• Commercially aware with a proactive approach to client relationship management and business development

• Experience carrying out SRA Accounts Rules Reviews or similar client money audits

Why join this firm?

• Hybrid working model (London office + remote flexibility)
• Clear progression pathway
• Exposure to high-quality clients
• Supportive and modern working culture
• Ongoing professional development and leadership training

What next?

The client is keen to start interviewing NOW! So, if you are interested, please apply asap!

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