Audit Manager

This is a genuine opportunity to step into an Audit Manager role within a highly regarded and growing accountancy firm where progression is not just stated, but actively supported. You will join a well-established audit team with a strong reputation for quality work and client service, taking responsibility for a varied portfolio of clients across a range of sectors. The role offers real breadth in both technical delivery and client interaction, with the autonomy to manage assignments while still having strong senior support when needed.

What sets this opportunity apart is the environment around it. You will be part of a firm that is continuing to expand, with clear investment in its people, structured development pathways, and a culture that encourages initiative, ownership, and long-term career growth. It is well suited to someone who wants more responsibility, more visibility, and a clear route to further progression within a respected practice.

Job Title:          Audit Manager

Job Type:         Perm

Location:         Winchester

Salary:             £55,000 – 65,000

Reference no: 16054    

Audit Manager – Benefits

• 25 days holiday, with option to buy or sell additional days
• Hybrid and flexible working arrangements
• Additional annual wellbeing day
• Health cash plan
• Retail discounts platform
• Electric vehicle scheme
• Pension and life assurance
• Enhanced family leave policies
• Cycle to work scheme
• Structured management development and progression support

Audit Manager – About The Role

This is a hands-on audit role with a strong emphasis on both delivery and client ownership. You will manage a varied portfolio of audit clients, taking responsibility for assignments from planning through to completion, while ensuring high technical standards and smooth delivery throughout.

Alongside client work, you will play an important role in supporting and developing junior team members, helping to maintain quality across the team, and contributing to the ongoing improvement of processes and delivery standards within the audit function. You will also work closely with senior leadership on client matters and wider team coordination. Key responsibilities:

• Manage audit assignments from planning through to completion
• Act as a key point of contact for a portfolio of clients
• Review audit files and ensure compliance with technical standards
• Monitor budgets, timelines, and overall assignment delivery
• Build and maintain strong long-term client relationships
• Support, mentor, and develop junior members of the audit team
• Assist with workflow coordination across the wider team
• Work closely with senior leadership on client delivery and technical matters
• Identify opportunities to support and develop existing client relationships
• Contribute to maintaining high standards across the audit function

The successful Audit Manager will have:

• ACA or ACCA qualified
• Strong UK audit experience within practice
• Experience managing audit assignments and client relationships
• Strong technical audit and accounting knowledge
• Confident and professional communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and priorities effectively
• Experience supporting or mentoring junior staff
• Commercial awareness and proactive mindset
• Strong organisational ability and attention to detail
• Full right to work in the UK

Howett Thorpe are acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this role and comply with all relevant UK legislation and do not discriminate on any protected characteristics. Due to the high volume of applications we currently receive, we are unable to respond to all candidates. If you do not hear from a Consultant within 5 working days, please assume that you have not been successful.

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