Audit Manager – Accountancy Practice – Middlesex
About the Company:
Established in 1899, we serve a diverse client base in a range of industries. Our work is focused wholly on owner managed businesses, with turnovers from circa £1 million up to £100 million. We provide a wide range of services to include audit, accountancy, accounts support, payroll bureau, tax compliance, specialist tax services, M&A and deals / transaction reports.
The firm consists of over 200 staff and 27 partners across all offices, 6 of whom are based in Uxbridge together with 38 professional and administrative staff members.
About the Opportunity:
Due to continued growth, our client is seeking a audit manager at their Uxbridge office, The role consists of handling a diversified portfolio of owner managed companies with turnovers of £1 million up to £100 million. The Uxbridge office currently requires an Audit (75%) and Accounts Manager (25%) to work within a team of managers. The work mix will comprise both audit and accounting assignments. As a portfolio manager, the successful candidate will have full responsibility for running a portfolio of circa 50 clients, with annual fees in the region of £500,000 upwards.
About the Responsibilities:
The successful candidate will be responsible for:
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Liaising with clients and managing client expectations.
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Organising and running all accounting and audit assignments for the portfolio.
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Supervising and reviewing staff output, primarily accounts for audit production.
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Reporting directly to a partner and attending client meetings.
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Reviewing accounts and corporation tax deliverables.
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Attendance and input to practice development initiatives including networking and new prospect / potential client proposals.
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Working within an existing team of managers and partners to further develop and support the growth of the office and development of the team.
About the Applicant:
The successful candidate will be:
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ACA or ACCA qualified
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Excellent knowledge of FRS102
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Proven auditing technical skills
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Good IT skills including Outlook, Excel, Word and Accounting packages
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Experienced in managing the audit process from planning to completion of financial statements
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Working knowledge of Digita and Caseware is desirable
About the Benefits:
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A competitive salary in line with your skills and experience
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Pension scheme
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Regular staff social events and the opportunity to support charity events
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Free parking onsite
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28 days holiday allowance plus bank holiday
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Private medical insurance