About the role

  • Audit Manager overseeing compliance and financial reporting in financial services for top 40 accountancy practice. Leading audit engagements and managing multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

  • Lead end-to-end audit engagements for financial services clients, ensuring compliance with IFRS, UK GAAP and relevant regulatory frameworks
  • Oversee the planning, execution, and reporting of audits, including risk assessment, materiality determination and testing of internal controls
  • Ensure strict adherence to CASS requirements, including client asset safeguarding, segregation of duties and financial reporting obligations
  • Manage and mentor a team of auditors, providing guidance, performance feedback, and professional development opportunities
  • Collaborate with senior management and external stakeholders to resolve complex accounting and compliance issues
  • Prepare and review audit documentation, working papers, and management letters to ensure accuracy, completeness and regulatory compliance
  • Identify emerging risks and trends within the financial services sector and recommend enhancements to audit methodologies and controls
  • Contribute to the development and implementation of audit policies, procedures and quality control measures
  • Act as a key point of contact for clients, fostering strong relationships and ensuring high levels of client satisfaction.

Requirements

  • Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in audit, with a proven track record in financial services sector engagements
  • Professional qualification in ACCA, ACA, with full membership and active practice
  • In-depth knowledge and hands-on experience with CASS (Client Assets Sourcebook) and other FCA regulatory requirements
  • Strong understanding of financial reporting standards (IFRS, UK GAAP), internal controls and risk management frameworks
  • Demonstrated leadership and team management capabilities, with experience supervising junior auditors and coordinating project teams
  • Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills, with the ability to present complex findings clearly and concisely
  • Proven ability to manage multiple deadlines, high-pressure environments and complex audit scopes
  • Proficiency in audit software (e.g., CaseWare, TeamMate, or similar) and advanced Excel skills
  • Strong attention to detail, integrity and a commitment to audit quality and ethical standards.

Benefits

  • Excellent salary of up to £75,000 plus extensive benefits
  • Professional development opportunities and career progression
  • Flexible hybrid working options

Job title

Audit Manager

Job type

Experience level

Mid levelSenior

Salary

£60,000 - £75,000 per year

Degree requirement

Professional Certificate

Location requirements

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