Audit manager - Financial Services

Mellis Blue is seeking a highly experienced Audit Manager to join our prestigious client’s highly regarded, top 20 firm in the heart of Central London. This role focuses on managing and delivering audits within the financial services and technology sectors, supporting a diverse portfolio of clients—from entrepreneurial startups to established, complex organisations both domestically and internationally. As a key leader in the department, you will oversee audit engagements from planning through to completion, act as the main contact for your clients, and lead a small team of 2-3 professionals. Your responsibilities will include ensuring audit quality, contributing to advisory projects such as KPI benchmarking and strategic growth, and fostering strong relationships to promote the firm's reputation and growth. The role offers opportunities for professional development, involvement in business development activities, and playing an active part in shaping the future of the team within a collaborative environment.

Key Responsibilities

Manage and deliver audit engagements from planning through to completion

Act as the main point of contact for a portfolio of clients, primarily across financial services and technology sectors

Perform and oversee onsite manager reviews of audit work where required

Manage audit assignments rather than large permanent teams

Directly line-manage 2–3 team members, with broader interaction across a wider audit team of circa 70

Planning jobs to ensure audits are carried out in the most efficient way possible while considering firm-wide productivity.

Promoting the interests of the firm with all employed by the firm, clients, prospective clients and other third parties.

Motivation and encouragement of team, providing timely constructive feedback

The role would include being involved in advisory projects for financial services firms and technology businesses, such as KPI benchmarking, strategic growth opportunities, and structuring advice 

Overseeing and mentoring trainees during their training contract providing assistance when required.

ACA / ACCA qualified (or equivalent)

Previous experience operating at Audit Manager level within a Top 20 firm

Strong knowledge of UK auditing and accounting standards

Experience managing multiple audits and deadlines concurrently

Exposure to financial services and/or technology clients is desirable

Proven ability to motivate and mentor team members

Outstanding attention to detail, with a commitment to audit quality

Desire to develop business consulting and client relationship skills

This role offers a competitive package including hybrid working arrangements, bonus scheme, and a dynamic working environment with a recognised leader in the sector. Joining this firm means becoming part of a forward-thinking organisation committed to professional growth, collaboration, and making a tangible impact within the financial services and technology sectors. If you are an experienced Audit Manager looking to elevate your career within a top-tier firm, this opportunity provides an excellent platform to do so while enjoying the benefits of a supportive and innovative workplace