Audit Manager
Audit Manager | Leeds | Hybrid
Leeds | Permanent | Competitive Salary
I'm working with a fast-growing top 20 UK accountancy firm to identify an experienced Audit Manager for their Leeds office. This is a confidential search and an exciting opportunity for an ambitious, technically strong accountant looking to lead audits in a supportive, growth-focused environment.
The Role
As Audit Manager in Leeds, you'll play a pivotal role in delivering high-quality SME audits, managing teams, and building trusted client relationships:
- Lead audits from planning through to completion, reviewing junior colleagues' work and delivering high-quality, timely outputs
- Prepare and manage jobs to meaningful budgets while meeting client and partner expectations
- Mentor trainees and seniors, providing coaching, feedback, and development support
- Build strong client relationships, acting as the "go-to" contact for audit queries and advisory input
- Identify opportunities to add value to clients and support their business growth
- Work collaboratively within the team to maintain robust audit standards and contribute to firm culture
Candidate Profile
- ACA or ACCA qualified
- Strong audit experience in UK accountancy practice, ideally across SME clients
- Proficient in UK GAAP, FRS 102, IFRS, and ISA standards
- Technically confident and tech-savvy, with strong Microsoft Office skills; CCH knowledge is a plus
- Strong leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills, with the ability to manage clients, juniors, and partners
- Motivated, proactive, and comfortable in a fast-paced environment
- Full UK driving licence
Why This Role
This is a career-defining opportunity to join an ambitious firm that values:
- Career development and ongoing professional support
- Flexible, hybrid working and work-life balance
- Employee benefits including pension, life assurance (4x salary), birthday day off, Christmas shutdown, social events, and referral schemes
- A culture that rewards technical excellence, client service, and personal initiative
If you're an Audit Manager looking for your next challenge - and want a confidential conversation about this opportunity - please get in touch.
Message me directly for a discreet discussion.
