Senior Audit Manager

An outstanding opportunity for a commercially minded Senior Audit Manager to take a leading role within a progressive and growing accountancy practice. This position offers autonomy, visibility, and the chance to shape the delivery of high-quality audit and accounts services to a diverse and ambitious client portfolio.

The Role

As Senior Audit Manager, you’ll oversee a portfolio of audit and accounts clients, ensuring technical excellence, profitability, and first-class client service. You’ll mentor and develop a talented team, lead on complex technical reviews, and play a central part in driving business growth and operational quality across the department.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage audit and accounts engagements from planning through to completion.

• Oversee and review technical work, ensuring compliance and Partner-ready quality.

• Build strong client relationships and deliver proactive business advice.

• Manage, coach, and develop audit staff, supporting their professional growth.

• Contribute to new business opportunities and firm-wide strategic initiatives.

About You

• ACA/ ACCA qualified with at least 5 years’ post-qualification experience in practice.

• Current RI or able to achieve RI status within 12 months.

• Proven track record in leading audits and managing teams.

• Exceptional communication and client relationship skills.

• Strong technical knowledge and familiarity with leading accounting software.

This role is ideal for a confident, driven professional ready to take ownership of a senior leadership position within a dynamic and forward-thinking practice.

For further information on this or indeed a broad range of leadership roles in Practice then please do not hesitate to contact robin at Farrer-Barnes.

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