Audit Assistant Manager

This role sits at a key transition point within a growing independent firm, offering the chance to step up from senior-level responsibility into a position with real oversight of audit delivery. You will be trusted to lead a portfolio of smaller audit assignments independently, while also working alongside managers and partners on more complex clients. This combination gives you exposure to both execution and higher-level review work, helping you build the experience needed to move into a full Manager role in the near future.

The position is well suited to someone who is ready to take on more leadership within audits, develop stronger client ownership, and play an active role in supporting the wider team as the firm continues to expand.

Job Title:          Audit Assistant Manager

Job Type:         Perm

Location:        Camberley

Salary:             £50,000 – 60,000

Reference no: 16105

Audit Assistant Manager – Benefits

25 days holiday

Hybrid working

Flexible working arrangements

Clear progression opportunities

Ongoing professional development

Supportive leadership team

Broad client exposure

Clear career progression to manager and beyond 

Audit Assistant Manager – About The Role

You will take responsibility for leading a range of audit assignments, overseeing delivery on smaller and less complex engagements while supporting managers and partners on more technical and higher-risk clients.

The role offers increasing responsibility across the full audit lifecycle, including planning, fieldwork, completion, and file review, with a focus on building the skills required to manage a full client portfolio in the future. Key responsibilities:

Lead audit assignments on smaller and less complex clients

Support managers and partners on larger and more technical audits

Oversee audit fieldwork and coordinate assignment delivery

Review audit work and ensure compliance with FRS 102 and UK GAAP

Act as a key client contact for day-to-day audit matters

Supervise, review, and support junior team members

Assist with planning, budgeting, and completion stages

Monitor progress, deadlines, and assignment delivery

Contribute to improving audit quality and processes

Develop capability to manage own portfolio of clients over time

The successful Audit Assistant Manager will have:

ACA or ACCA qualified with 2 years post qualification experience

Strong UK external audit experience within practice

Experience supervising or reviewing audit work

Good technical knowledge of FRS 102 and UK GAAP

Confident client communication skills

Strong organisational and leadership potential

Ability to manage multiple assignments

Commercial awareness and proactive mindset

Full right to work in the UK

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