Audit Manager

Audit Manager Salary: £65,000-£75,000 Location: Guildford A leading accountancy and business advisory firm is seeking an Audit Manager to join their Guildford office. This is a unique opportunity to become part of a top ten UK accountancy practice, renowned for its supportive environment and commitment to professional growth.

Audit Manager

Salary: £65,000-£75,000

Location: Guildford

A leading accountancy and business advisory firm is seeking an Audit Manager to join their Guildford office. This is a unique opportunity to become part of a top ten UK accountancy practice, renowned for its supportive environment and commitment to professional growth. As an Audit Manager, you will play a pivotal role in managing client portfolios, nurturing team development, and ensuring the highest standards of compliance and service delivery. The organisation is dedicated to providing flexible working opportunities, hybrid arrangements, and a comprehensive benefits package that includes birthday leave and professional subscriptions. If you are looking for a role where your expertise will be valued and your career ambitions supported, this could be the perfect next step.

What you'll do:

• Manage a diverse portfolio of audit clients, ensuring all work is delivered to the highest professional standards and within agreed timelines.
• Oversee the preparation of accounts and corporation tax computations/returns for limited companies, maintaining accuracy and compliance at every stage.
• Provide practical guidance on regulatory matters such as tax and VAT regulations, requirements of UK law, and principles of good governance.
• Support work flow planning by overseeing your team's portfolios and ensuring effective resource allocation across projects.
• Deliver revenue and profitability targets through careful management of client relationships and project budgets.
• Foster enduring relationships with clients by understanding their needs, delivering tailored solutions, and maintaining regular communication.
• Develop and inspire junior team members through coaching, mentoring, and sharing technical knowledge to support their professional growth.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles) while keeping up-to-date with changes in IFRS/UK GAAP standards.
• Collaborate closely with local partners on ad-hoc duties as required to support business objectives.
• Contribute actively to the implementation of the firm's smarter people plan by promoting best practices in teamwork and knowledge sharing.

What you bring:

• Hold ACA/ACCA/CA or equivalent qualification with proven post-qualification experience in audit management roles within accountancy practices.
• Demonstrate strong working knowledge of IFRS/UK GAAP standards alongside practical experience applying these frameworks in real-world scenarios.
• Showcase experience auditing clients across a variety of industries, adapting approaches to suit different business models and regulatory environments.
• Exhibit excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to build rapport quickly with clients as well as internal teams.
• Display a genuine passion for developing others through coaching or mentoring junior staff members towards achieving their own qualifications or career goals.
• Possess outstanding organisational abilities enabling you to manage multiple priorities effectively while maintaining attention to detail throughout each engagement.
• Be comfortable providing clear guidance on complex tax matters, including VAT regulations and navigating evolving legislative requirements confidently.
• Demonstrate commitment to continuous learning by staying abreast of industry developments relevant to audit practice or financial reporting standards.
• Embody a collaborative approach that values teamwork over individual achievement, contributing positively towards shared goals within your department.

What sets this company apart:

This organisation stands out as one of the most respected names in accountancy across the UK thanks to its unwavering commitment to employee well being and professional advancement. With offices spanning multiple regions - including Ireland and the Nordics - the firm offers unparalleled opportunities for career mobility within an inclusive network that values diversity at every level. Employees benefit from flexible working arrangements designed around modern lifestyles: hybrid schedules allow you greater autonomy over how - and where - you work best. The company’s generous benefits package includes birthday leave so you can celebrate important moments without compromise; professional subscription coverage ensures your credentials remain current without personal expense; plus there are numerous other perks aimed at supporting both your personal life and long-term ambitions. Training opportunities abound - whether you’re looking to deepen existing expertise or branch into new areas - while supportive leadership fosters an environment where everyone feels empowered to share ideas openly. Above all else, this is a place where collaboration isn’t just encouraged - it’s woven into the very fabric of daily operations, making it an ideal home for those who value teamwork as much as technical excellence.

Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates