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Audit Supervisor / Assistant Audit Manager

Crewe, Cheshire | Circa £55,000+ DOE

Be part of the next stage of a growing audit department.

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join a well-established and highly regarded independent accountancy practice in Cheshire. Following sustained growth and a significant increase in new audit work, the firm is expanding its audit team with the creation of a brand-new leadership position.

Working closely alongside the Audit Director, this role has been created to strengthen the department by providing day-to-day leadership, mentoring the audit team and overseeing the delivery of high-quality audit assignments.

This is a key appointment within the business and an excellent opportunity for an experienced Audit Supervisor, Assistant Audit Manager or an ambitious Audit Senior ready to take the next step in their career.

This is a hands-on leadership role where you'll have the opportunity to influence the continued growth and success of the audit department while remaining actively involved in delivering audits for many of the firms larger and more complex clients.

THE ROLE

This is a varied position with an approximate 70% audit and 30% accounts and wider practice split, offering the perfect balance between technical delivery and leadership responsibilities.

Working closely with the Audit Director, you will take ownership of the day-to-day running of the audit team while continuing to lead audit assignments from planning through to completion.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

Leading audit assignments for a varied portfolio of clients, including the firms larger and more complex auditsPlanning, supervising and reviewing audit assignments, ensuring work is delivered to the highest professional standardsActing as the day-to-day leader of the audit team, providing guidance, support and technical expertiseMentoring, coaching and developing Audit Seniors, Semi Seniors and Trainees, helping to build a strong and capable audit functionReviewing audit files and working papers, ensuring compliance with UK auditing standards and internal quality proceduresBuilding and maintaining strong client relationships, acting as a trusted advisor throughout the audit processAssisting the Audit Director with workflow planning, resource management and the continued development of the audit departmentSupporting accounts and wider practice assignments where required

ABOUT YOU

To be successful in this role, you'll ideally have:

ACA or ACCA qualification (or be qualified by experience with significant external audit experience)A strong background in external audit gained within UK accountancy practiceExperience leading audit assignments and reviewing the work of junior team membersPrevious experience mentoring or supervising colleagues, with a genuine passion for developing othersExcellent technical knowledge of UK auditing standardsStrong organisational, communication and client relationship skillsA proactive approach and the ambition to play a key role in the continued growth of a successful audit department

WHATS ON OFFER

Salary circa £55,000+, with flexibility for the right individualA newly created role within a growing and successful independent practiceApproximately 70% audit and 30% accounts, providing variety while maintaining a strong audit focusThe opportunity to lead larger and more complex audit assignmentsGenuine career progression as the audit department continues to expandA supportive, collaborative and friendly working environment where your contribution will be recognisedOngoing professional development and investment in your long-term careerModern offices in Crewe

THE OPPORTUNITY

This is an excellent opportunity to join a respected and long-established independent accountancy practice at an exciting stage of its growth.

As the firms audit portfolio continues to expand, you'll have the opportunity to make a genuine impact, helping to shape the future of the audit department while advancing your own career.

The practice is proud of its supportive, collaborative and down-to-earth culture, where people are genuinely valued and encouraged to develop professionally.

You'll enjoy a varied and rewarding role, the opportunity to work alongside an experienced leadership team and a healthy work-life balance, including an early finish every Friday, so you can start your weekend from lunchtime.

If you're looking for a role where your experience will be valued, your ideas welcomed and your career supported, wed love to hear from you.

Interested?

Apply today and take the next step in your audit career.

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Butler Rose is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.
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