Audit Manager - #2170266

Audit Manager

• Manchester Office, Flexible Working
• Leading Accountancy Practice
• Future Leadership Opportunities
• Up to £70,000 PA + Bonus
• Outstanding Benefits Package

Ready to Take the Next Step in Your Audit Career?

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an ambitious Audit Manager to join a well-established and rapidly growing accountancy practice in their Manchester office.

Known for its strong reputation, this firm works with a diverse client base spanning owner-managed businesses, growing SMEs, and large corporate organisations. With continued investment in its people, technology, and service offering, it's an exciting time to become part of the team.

If you're looking for a role that offers genuine progression, increased responsibility, and the chance to work closely with senior leadership, this could be the perfect move.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Clearly defined route to Senior Manager, Director and Partnership
• Flexible and hybrid working model
• Varied client portfolio across a range of sectors and industries
• Supportive and people-focused culture
• Modern audit methodology and technology-driven processes
• Opportunity to take on a visible leadership role within the team
• Competitive salary, annual bonus and attractive benefits package
• Strong commitment to personal and professional development

The Opportunity

You'll play a key role in delivering high-quality audit and assurance services while managing client relationships and supporting the development of the wider audit team.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Managing a portfolio of audit and assurance clients
• Taking ownership of audit assignments from planning through to completion
• Reviewing financial statements and audit documentation
• Acting as a trusted advisor to clients and maintaining strong relationships
• Identifying opportunities to broaden client service offerings
• Mentoring and developing members of the audit team
• Managing audit budgets, timescales and team resource planning
• Assisting senior leadership with strategic growth initiatives
• Ensuring audit work is completed in accordance with UK regulatory standards

What We're Looking For

• ACA / ACCA qualified or equivalent
• Proven experience within UK accountancy practice
• Strong technical audit and accounts knowledge
• Experience overseeing audit engagements and managing client portfolios
• Demonstrable people management and leadership capability
• Commercially minded with a client-focused approach
• Either an established Audit Manager or an ambitious Assistant Manager ready for promotion

Rewards & Benefits

• Annual discretionary bonus
• Enhanced annual leave entitlement
• Hybrid and flexible working arrangements
• Private medical cover and wellbeing initiatives
• Paid professional memberships and subscriptions
• Leadership and management development programmes
• Long-term career progression towards Director and Partner level
• Regular team events and social activities
• Friendly, collaborative culture where achievement is recognised

Interested?

Whether you're seeking larger clients, stronger progression prospects, or a firm where your contribution will truly be valued, this opportunity offers the platform to achieve your long-term career goals.

If you're an Audit Manager seeking greater progression, more interesting clients, and a firm that genuinely values its people, apply here or contact Liz Chapman at Reed for a confidential conversation.