207 Audit Manager jobs in the United Kingdom

Ready to step into a role where your expertise truly makes an impact? This is more than just managing audits - it's about shaping client relationships, leading a motivated team, and driving quality at every level. If you're currently an Audit Manager, or an experienced Assistant Audit Manager ready to take on a bigger, more complex portfolio, this could be your next move.

You'll join a Nottingham based accountancy practice that's achieved impressive growth, with a clear career framework and supportive culture. Here, wellbeing and work-life balance matter as much as professional development. With a values-driven team behind you, you'll have the chance to lead from the front, develop others, and deliver audits that really add value to clients.

Role Overview

• Manage your own client portfolio, reporting directly to the RI
• Oversee and direct assurance services across your portfolio
• Lead, coach, and develop team members, acting as a role model
• Deliver high-quality audits and complete file reviews
• Build strong client relationships as their first point of contact
• Identify opportunities to add value and support clients' growth
• Handle people management, resource planning, and billing processes

The Ideal Candidate

• ACA/ACCA qualified (or equivalent)
• Proven managerial experience within accountancy practice
• Skilled at leading teams and managing workflow effectively
• Confident communicator, able to build client trust
• Well-organised with strong technical audit knowledge
• Experience with Xero, Sage, QuickBooks or CCH preferred

What's on Offer

• £50,000 to £55,000 salary
• 36 days holiday including bank holidays and Christmas shutdown
• Ability to purchase extra leave
• Private medical insurance and discounted dental cover
• Life assurance at 4x salary
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
• Cycle to work and electric car schemes
• Pension scheme and staff discount platform
• Clear career framework with strong progression opportunities

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Addington Ball is a specialist finance and accounting recruitment consultancy covering the Midlands and Northern Home counties. We are a member of TEAM and are acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. Job ref - ABJ/(phone number removed) - Audit Manager.

Our client is a friendly and ambitious Accountancy and Audit Practice, seeking an Audit Manager to join their expanding and passionate Audit team in Huddersfield.

The ideal candidate will have experience in accounts preparation as well as a solid Audit background, ideally leading audits and training juniors.

• Assisting partners with the planning of audits and overseeing the audit process
• Managing a portfolio of SME clients and delivering an exceptional audit service
• Prepare audit field work at client premises
• Assist with the development and training of junior staff and conducting appraisals
• Delegating the workflow, reviewing work prepared by juniors
• Liaising and developing relationships with business owners
• Prepare accounts and CT computations
• Lead on a variety of audits
• Prepare consolidated audits, Charites and SRA

• ACA or ACCA part qualified/qualified preferably
• Experience working within a practice is essential with 3 years experience within audit and assurance
• Broad background and experience of accounts, tax and audit
• Full UK driving licence
• Based locally to Huddersfield, Yorkshire

• Salary circa 45,000 - 60,000 (dependant on experience and qualifications)
• 24 days annual leave + bank holidays
• 5 hours per week
• Career progression and development
• Parking on site.
• Flexitime available

Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries.

We are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy, and in accordance with GDPR by applying you are granting us consent to process your data, contact you about the services we offer, and submit your CV for the role you have applied for.

Our client is a well-established and growing accountancy practice with multiple offices across the region. With a team of over 200 professionals and a leadership structure comprising 12 partners, they are known for delivering high-quality financial and advisory services to a diverse client base. Due to continued expansion, they are looking to appoint an experienced Audit Manager to join their team in either their Penrith or Carlisle office.

This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious professional looking to take the next step in their career, whether transitioning from an Audit Senior position or already operating at a managerial level.

The Audit Manager will be responsible for managing audit assignments from planning through to completion, ensuring high-quality service delivery to clients while maintaining compliance with regulatory standards. This role requires strong leadership, technical expertise, and the ability to foster relationships with clients and internal teams.

• Oversee and manage a portfolio of audit clients across various industries.
• Lead audit engagements from planning to completion, ensuring adherence to deadlines and budgets.
• Review audit files and provide guidance to team members to ensure quality and compliance.
• Act as the main point of contact for clients, offering technical advice and building strong professional relationships.
• Support the development and training of junior auditors, providing mentorship and performance feedback.
• Stay updated on regulatory changes and industry best practices to ensure audits meet professional standards.
• Identify business development opportunities and contribute to client retention and growth strategies.
• Work collaboratively with other departments to provide a seamless service to clients.

• A minimum of 3 years of experience in external audit.
• ACA or ACCA qualification (or equivalent) required for the top salary banding.
• Strong technical knowledge of auditing standards and financial reporting requirements.
• Proven experience managing audit engagements and leading audit teams.

• Competitive salary range: 35,000 - 80,000 (dependent on experience and qualifications).
• Hybrid working options available (2-3 days remote working per week).
• Holiday entitlement: 20-25 days (based on seniority) + 8 bank holidays.
• Pension scheme.
• Career progression opportunities within a growing firm.

Bennett & Game Recruitment is acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries.

We are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy, and in accordance with GDPR by applying you are granting us consent to process your data, contact you about the services we offer, and submit your CV for the role you have applied for.

Top-25 modern and progressive firm are seeking an experienced Audit manager or Audit Senior ready for their next career step. This firm puts their Employees first, offering market leading benefits, career development, flexibility, and an excellent salary package. You will be joining a fast-growing team, the role is full time but part time candidates may be considered.

Job Title:               Audit Manager   

Location:               Woking   

Salary:                    £50,000 - £0,000

Reference no:       15526

Audit Manager – Benefits

• Competitive salary.
li>33 days annual leave (including bank holidays) with the option to buy more or sell the excess.
• Private medical cover.
• Life assurance.
• Up to 8% employer pension contributions.
• Paid sick leave and group income protection for long term sickness.
• Agile working – flexibility to work around you.
< i>Various employee wellbeing programmes.
• Enhanced Parental and Family leave.
• Dress for your day.

Audit Manager – About The Role

This role is part of a fast-growing team, you will be managing a portfolio of Audit focused clients, duties include:

< i>Management of an audit focused portfolio of clients.  li>Overseeing the preparation of financial statements under FRS102 and IFRS.  li>Attendance and contributions at client meetings. 
• Management and development of upcoming audit talent. 
li>Financial management of portfolio taking control of WIP, billing and debt management.  < i>Involvement in business development, including maintaining own key contacts and fostering new relationships.   Maintaining a good level of technical knowledge and being able to independently research issues forming your own solutions.

The successful Audit manager will have:

• ACA/ACCA qualified or equivalent with a minimum of five years’ experience in an accountancy practice.
< i>Sound technical knowledge and practical experience with FRS102 and UK GAAP.
• Experience leading audits and preparation of consolidated accounts.
• Experience with CaseWare and Mercia is preferable but not essential.
• Excellent communication skills and confidence to build and grow client relationships.

Howett Thorpe are acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this role and comply with all relevant UK legislation and do not discriminate on any protected characteristics. Due to the high volume of applications we currently receive, we are unable to respond to all candidates. If you do not hear from a Consultant within 5 working days, please assume that you have not been successful.

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Job Title : Audit Manager

Location : Coventry or Nuneaton

Working hours : Mon-Fri 9am-5pm

Package : 50,000 - 60,000 (flexible dependant on experience), plus benefits

An award winning, Chartered Accountancy Practice, are hiring for an Audit Manager, within their Coventry or Nuneaton office, to join their expanding team. A multi officed, and 5 director-based firm, they are offering excellent long term opportunities for ambitious accountants/auditors

The successful candidate will lead a team of junior-senior auditors, managing the audit processes, including on client site. This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified auditor, looking to further themselves in a highly reputable environment, to work for a large and varied portfolio, and gain valuable management experience.

• Planning audits and identifying key risk areas
• Managing the audit process, including on site teams
• Ensuring that all statutory requirements are complied with
• Ensuring that client deadlines are met and to budget
• Reporting audit progress to the directors
• Attending final audit review meetings with the directors and clients
• Managing the audit team
• Reviewing the audit team work

• Qualified accountant ACCA/ACA/CA
• Experience of managing and supervising team
• Technically sound and up-to-date with latest auditing and reporting standards
• Able to work closely with the Partner
• Have effective communication and interpersonal skills
• Maintain confidentiality, professionalism and take ownership of role
• Maintain budgets and work to meet the deadlines

• Salary flexible dependant on experience, but guide is 50,000-60,000
• 20 days holiday, plus bank holidays
• Christmas shutdown, with 2 extra days
• Medicash scheme
• Onsite parking
• Statutory pension and sick pay
• Company socials, and events
• Consistent progression routes

Bennett & Game Recruitment are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries.

We are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy, and in accordance with GDPR by applying you are granting us consent to process your data, contact you about the services we offer, and submit your CV for the role you have applied for.

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Audit Manager to join a well-established and independent firm of Chartered Accountants based in Southampton. This is a key role within a collaborative and friendly team, offering the chance to take ownership of a varied client portfolio, work closely with senior leadership, and contribute to the development of junior staff.

The firm has built a strong reputation for delivering high-quality audit and advisory services to a diverse range of clients. As part of a supportive and people-focused team, you will enjoy a progressive working environment with real opportunities to grow your career.

• Managing a portfolio of audit clients, ranging from SMEs to larger corporate groups

• Planning and executing audits from start to finish, including budgeting, resourcing, and risk assessment

• Reviewing audit work completed by the team and ensuring compliance with professional standards

• Working closely with the Senior Manager and Director on technical matters, client management and strategic planning

• Assisting in the training, mentoring and supervision of junior audit staff

• Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients through excellent communication and service delivery

• Staying up to date with industry and regulatory changes and sharing best practices within the team

• ACA or ACCA qualified (or equivalent) with previous audit experience.

• Strong technical audit knowledge and understanding of UK accounting standards

• Proven experience planning and leading audits

• Confident in managing client relationships and delivering high service standards

• Excellent people management skills with the ability to support and develop junior team members

• Organised, proactive and able to meet deadlines while managing multiple priorities

• Strong communication skills and an interest in contributing to the firm’s wider success

• Opportunity to progress within a growing and respected independent firm

• Supportive and inclusive team environment

• Ongoing professional development and technical training

CMA Recruitment Group is acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this role. CMA complies with all relevant UK legislation and does not discriminate on any protected characteristics. By completing the application process, you agree to the terms outlined in our Privacy Notice and that CMA may contact you in connection with your application. CMA is currently receiving a high volume of applications. While we endeavour to respond to all, it may not be possible in every instance.

We are recruiting an Audit Manager for our client, a renowned accountancy practice with an excellent reputation.  The role, within the Audit & Assurance team, could be based at the firm’s Reading, Newbury or Reading office.

This is a key role, requiring a passion for audit and so we are looking for an accomplished audit professional with previous experience operating at a manager level who shares in this enthusiasm.

Along with a competitive salary the firm will offer the Audit Manager a supportive working environment, a great benefits package and agile working.

You will oversee the effective management of a substantial portfolio of clients; planning assignments, briefing staff on the clients’ business, ensuring all work carried out is compliant with auditing standards and that client and statutory deadlines are routinely met and exceeded. You will also oversee advisory engagements as part of your developing role.

As Audit Manager your responsibilities will include:

• Manage assignments in accordance with the firm’s standard procedures and confirm arrangements with the client, including likely costs and billing arrangements
li>Ensure audit quality and assist with internal and external quality assurance in line with professional standards
• Brief staff on the client’s business and the pre-assignment instructions, to supervise and control the completion of work, and to undertake ‘on the job’ training and appraisals where necessary
• E sure that the job is completed within budget, and to discuss all materials points arising with the assignment partner and client immediately, particularly in relation to any anticipated overruns
• Perform the firm’s review and completion procedures, attend the final meeting with the client, and ensure that the client subsequently receives the final accounts and commercial management letter on a timely basis
< i>Oversee ad hoc advisory projects
• To ensure the profitable recoverability of work in progress, and to bill clients on a timely basis
• Maintain an advanced level of technical knowledge to fulfil CPD requirements
• Research and prepare proposals for new work, and to take part in formal presentations to prospective clients
• To act as a line manager to students and/or seniors
• Carry out any other duties as are within the scope, spirit and purpose of the role

We welcome applications from talented auditors who satisfy the following:

• Be ACA or ACCA qualified with significant audit experience gained within a UK accountancy practice environment
• Previous experience operating at manager level in a similar role producing high quality audits
• Proven experience in managing a portfolio of clients and developing strong client relationships
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Audit experience within the SME sector would be advantageous
• Charity experience is also desirable but not essential
• Business development experience and interest would be a distinct advantage

Submit your CV for this Audit Manager role

Unfortunately, we cannot accept applications for this role from candidates that do not have the right to work in the UK, or require visa sponsorship, either currently or in the future.  This includes those currently on a student or graduate visa.

Additionally, candidates must have experience gained within UK accountancy practice.  We stipulate these criteria due to the high volume of applications from outside of the UK.

Due to the high volume of applications we receive it is not always possible to respond to unsuccessful applicants.  Therefore, if we have not responded to your application within five days please assume that on this occasion your application has not been successful.

We are looking for an experienced audit professional to take ownership of a varied client portfolio, manage engagements from planning through completion, and play a key role in developing both client relationships and the wider business.

What you'll be doing

• Managing a portfolio of medium and large clients, including group structures.

• Allocating staff to audits and overseeing workflow.

• Reviewing audit files and highlighting key issues to the Responsible Individual (RI).

• Liaising professionally with clients to maintain strong working relationships.

• Setting budgets, negotiating fees, and raising invoices in line with agreed billing schedules.

• Monitoring delivery against budgets and identifying causes of overruns.

• Participating in appraisals, reviews, and identifying training needs for the team.

• Engaging in business development and networking to contribute to firm growth.

What we're looking for

• ACA or ACCA qualified.

• At least 2 years' post-qualified audit experience within a UK accountancy practice.

• Strong technical knowledge of UK GAAP.

• IT proficient, ideally with CaseWare experience.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to prioritise, meet deadlines, and manage multiple assignments.

• Strong risk assessment skills at both planning and completion stages.

• Proactive, flexible, and confident in working independently or as part of a team.

• Demonstrates a positive, professional attitude and acts as a role model to others.

What's on offer

• Competitive salary, dependent on experience.

• Hybrid working (Monday to Friday).

• Annual Christmas Bonus equivalent to one week's salary.

• Salary Sacrifice Pension Scheme (Employer: 5%; Employee: 3%), subject to eligibility.

• Private Medical Insurance after 3 months' service (taxable benefit).

• Death in Service cover (4x salary).

• Group Income Protection Scheme (non-contributory) after 3 months' service.

• 25 days annual leave (pro-rata), including 3 days normally taken at Christmas/New Year.

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Our client is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Audit Manager to join their dynamic team in Watford, Hertfordshire. This permanent role offers an excellent opportunity to lead and oversee audit assignments, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards while providing high-quality service to clients. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing a team of auditors, reviewing audit files, and delivering insightful reports. You'll play a pivotal role in planning, executing, and completing audits efficiently, while maintaining strong client relationships. The role demands a proactive approach to problem-solving and a deep understanding of audit procedures and regulations.

• Proven experience in audit management, ideally within a practice or corporate environment
li>Professional qualification such as ACA, ACCA, or equivalent
• Strong leadership and team management skills
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• Sound understanding of accounting and auditing standards
• Ability to manage multiple client portfolios and meet deadlines
• Proficiency in audit software and MS Office applications

Joining our client as an Audit Manager provides not only career development opportunities but also a competitive benefits package, including pension schemes, generous holiday entitlement, and ongoing professional development support. This role offers a compelling chance to lead key audit projects, influence company standards, and contribute to a recognised organisation committed to excellence in audit and financial management.

Please note my client requires right to work in the UK