Audit Manager

Reference: 26026_1780570852

Audit Manager - Growing Independent Practice
Lancaster
£55,000+ DOE

Butler Rose Public Practice is delighted to be supporting a growing independent accountancy practice in the recruitment of an Audit Manager to help structure and lead their expanding audit team.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Audit Manager or Assistant Manager looking to play a key role in the development of a growing audit function. Working closely with the Partners, you will take ownership of a varied audit portfolio, help shape departmental processes, and support the ongoing growth of the firms audit offering.


Key Responsibilities

  • Manage a portfolio of audit clients, including owner-managed businesses and group consolidations
  • Lead audit assignments from planning through to completion, ensuring high-quality delivery
  • Act as the primary client contact throughout audit engagements
  • Review audit files and ensure compliance with UK GAAP and auditing standards
  • Manage workflow, resource planning, and team utilisation across the audit department
  • Support, mentor, and develop junior team members
  • Work closely with Partners on technical matters and departmental development
  • Opportunity to undertake a mixed portfolio including accounts and tax work if preferred


Key Requirements

  • ACA or ACCA qualified
  • Experience operating at Audit Manager or Assistant Manager level within practice
  • Strong technical audit knowledge and experience with owner-managed businesses
  • Confident managing client relationships and leading audit engagements
  • Strong leadership, organisational, and communication skills
  • Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel to client sites, including occasional overnight stays


Whats on Offer

  • Competitive salary from £55,000 plus performance-related bonus
  • Part-time applications considered
  • Direct exposure to and collaboration with the Partners
  • Opportunity to influence and shape a growing audit department
  • Hybrid working options
  • Private health insurance
  • Professional membership paid annually
  • Ongoing CPD and technical training
  • Parking provided
  • Additional paid leave between Christmas and New Year


Interested?
If this sounds like the next step in your career, get in touch with Demetria Petropoulos to find out more - 016 1388 5710 | [email protected]

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£55,000.00 - £65,000.00
Per annum
GBP55000.00 - GBP65000.00 per annum

Lancashire

Permanent

Added 04/06/2026
Reference: 26026_1780570852

Audit Manager

Lancashire
Permanent

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