Audit Manager

If you're ready to take ownership of a varied client portfolio while shaping the direction of your career, this Audit Manager opportunity offers the autonomy, flexibility, and exposure that experienced professionals often look for but rarely find in one role. Working within a progressive accountancy environment, you'll support a broad range of entrepreneurial and high-growth businesses, gaining real insight into how organisations scale and succeed. Based in London, this role combines meaningful client interaction with a culture that genuinely supports flexible working. The Opportunity This Audit Manager position sits within a dynamic team focused on fast-moving SMEs and ambitious growth businesses. You'll play a key role in delivering high-quality audit services while adding commercial value beyond compliance. The firm operates across the accountancy sector with a strong emphasis on advisory-led relationships, giving you the platform to influence decision-making and build long-term client partnerships. With hybrid working available in London, you'll benefit from both collaboration and flexibility. What You'll Be Doing

• Managing a diverse portfolio of audit clients, ensuring delivery to a high technical standard
• Leading audits from planning through to completion, including complex assignments
• Acting as a key point of contact for clients, offering insight and practical recommendations
• Reviewing work, resolving technical queries, and ensuring compliance with relevant standards
• Supporting, mentoring, and developing junior team members
• Collaborating with other service lines to deliver a joined-up client experience
• Contributing to business development activities, including proposals and pitches
  
  Professionally qualified (ACA, ACCA, ICAS or equivalent) with post-qualified experience
• Proven ability to manage audit portfolios within an accountancy setting
• Strong technical knowledge of UK GAAP (FRS102), with exposure to IFRS advantageous
• Confidence handling complex client situations and delivering practical solutions
• Experience leading teams and developing junior staff
• Comfortable using audit software and working across multiple engagements
  
  Salary: £65,000 - £70,000 (indicative, depending on experience)
• Hybrid working model with flexibility around hours and schedules in London
• Clear progression pathway with structured development support
• Exposure to a varied and high-growth client base
• Collaborative and inclusive working culture
• Competitive benefits package including pension, wellbeing support, and more