Audit Assistant Manager

Calling all auditors in Blackburn!

Do you have…

• a professional accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA, or equivalent) or are you a finalist?
• substantial experience in audit, including managing and leading audit engagements?
• strong technical knowledge of auditing standards and financial reporting?
• excellent communication and interpersonal skills?
• a proven ability to manage and motivate a team?

If you can answer yes to these questions and you’re open to learning about a fantastic opportunity with a great list of rewards and a defined pathway of progression, then we want to hear from you!

• Support the managers in audit engagements from planning to completion.
• Manage assurance engagements for statutory and group reporting.
• Oversee workflow across the audit team, ensuring expectations, deadlines, and budgets are met.
• Liaise with clients, building trusted and long-lasting relationships.
• Provide constructive mentorship to junior team members, championing their professional development.
• Work closely with Partners and other Managers to support company growth, including scoping opportunities and pitching for new business.
• Identify services that will add value to your portfolio of clients.
• Reviewing internal processes and providing recommendations to improve efficiencies across the Audit function.
• Set an example for the team as a natural leader.
• Business development and networking.

This role is on offer with a well-established accounting firm known for its commitment to providing professional financial services. The company fosters a collaborative and inclusive work environment, valuing diversity and promoting a team-oriented culture. Employees at this firm benefit from ongoing professional development opportunities, enabling them to stay abreast of industry trends and enhance their skills.

This employer places a strong emphasis on work-life balance, offering flexible schedules and hybrid work options when feasible. The company values the well-being of its employees and provides comprehensive benefits packages to support their overall health and happiness.

• £35,000 to £45,000 per annum
• Full time, permanent role
• Company pension
• Generous annual leave
• Flexible and hybrid working
• A supportive working environment
• Professional development opportunities
• Modern office and social activities
• Free car parking
• Healthcare
• Life assurance and income protection

• ACA or ACCA qualified or a finalist.
• Experience leading on a diverse audit portfolio
• Previous supervisory experience, with great people management skills
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
• Self-motivated and reliable
• A drive to deliver technical knowledge as a point of call for the team
• Confident in reviewing processes and improving systems to boost efficiency
• Networking and relationship building skills
• First class organisational, multi-tasking and delegation skills
• Commercially minded with the ability to confidently seek new business opportunities.

Public Practice Recruitment Ltd recruits high-calibre accounting professionals at all levels for tax, accounts, and auditor jobs on both a permanent and temporary basis for accountancy firms.

Specialising solely in accountancy recruitment, Public Practice Recruitment Ltd regularly has new auditor jobs and accountancy jobs in Blackburn and has a superb track record of meeting and exceeding expectations for accountants looking for their next accounting role.??