Audit & Accounts Assistant Manager

TPF Recruitment are supporting a highly regarded and people-focused firm of Chartered Accountants in Newbury in their search for an Audit Assistant Manager to join their growing team.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established practice that has built a strong reputation for delivering high-quality audit, accounts and advisory services to a diverse portfolio of owner-managed businesses, SMEs and not-for-profit organisations. The firm prides itself on its supportive culture, flexible approach to working and genuine commitment to employee wellbeing and career development.

This is a genuine Assistant Manager position (not a Senior role!), where you will play a key role in managing a small portfolio of audit clients, whilst supporting the development of junior team members.

The Role

• Leading audits for a varied portfolio of clients across a range of sectors.
  
• Planning and coordinating audit assignments to ensure work is completed efficiently and to a high standard.
  
• Reviewing audit work prepared by junior team members and providing coaching and technical support.
  
• Managing audit fieldwork both on-site and remotely.
  
• Liaising directly with clients, developing trusted relationships and acting as a key point of contact throughout the audit process.
  
• Identifying risks and resolving technical audit and accounting matters.
  
• Preparing and reviewing statutory accounts in line with relevant accounting standards.
  
• Monitoring budgets, deadlines and project progress to ensure successful delivery.
  
• Supporting managers and partners with client advisory work and business development initiatives where appropriate.
  
• Contributing to the training, mentoring and performance development of junior staff.
  

Requirements

• ACA or ACCA qualified.
  
• Previous experience working within a UK firm of Chartered Accountants.
  
• Strong audit experience, including planning, completion and file review responsibilities.
  
• Experience supervising, mentoring or reviewing the work of junior team members.
  
• Good working knowledge of UK GAAP and auditing standards.
  
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
  
• Organised and commercially aware, with the ability to manage multiple assignments simultaneously.
  
• A collaborative and proactive approach to client service.
  

Benefits

• Salary circa £48,000 - £57,000 per annum, depending on experience and qualification status
  
• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements.
  
• Friendly and supportive team environment.
  
• Clear and achievable career progression opportunities.
  
• Ongoing professional development and technical training.
  
• Free parking.
  
• A strong focus on work-life balance and employee wellbeing.