Role Overview
As a Manager in our Financial Services Audit team, you will be responsible for leading the delivery of high-quality audit engagements for a portfolio of financial services clients. You will manage audit teams, oversee end-to-end engagement delivery, and act as a key point of contact for clients.
You will work closely with senior leadership to drive audit quality, support business development initiatives, and mentor junior colleagues, while gaining exposure to high-profile and technically complex assignments.
This role is ideal for a qualified audit professional with strong financial services experience who is ready to take on greater responsibility and influence within a growing practice.
Key Responsibilities
Audit Leadership & Delivery
- Lead and manage the delivery of high-quality audit services for clients across Banking, Insurance, and Asset Management.
- Design and execute robust audit strategies in line with applicable accounting and regulatory frameworks, including IFRS, FRS 102, and relevant financial services regulations.
- Take ownership of engagements from planning through to completion, ensuring deadlines, budgets, and quality standards are met.
Team Management & Development
- Manage, coach, and mentor audit teams, including Assistant Managers, Seniors, and trainees.
- Allocate work effectively, review deliverables, and provide timely, constructive feedback.
- Support the development of junior team members through on-the-job coaching and performance management.
Client Relationship Management
- Act as a trusted advisor to clients, building and maintaining strong, long-term relationships.
- Proactively manage client expectations, respond to queries, and deliver a consistently high standard of service.
- Identify opportunities to add value through insights, recommendations, and improved processes.
Technical & Regulatory Oversight
- Ensure audits are conducted in full compliance with relevant accounting standards and regulatory requirements.
- Stay up to date with technical developments in financial services and share knowledge across the team.
- Support complex technical matters and judgement areas, escalating where appropriate.
Practice & Process Improvement
- Contribute to the continuous improvement of audit methodologies, tools, and processes.
- Identify efficiency gains and best practices to enhance audit delivery and client outcomes.
- Support wider firm initiatives and collaborate with colleagues across service lines.
What We Are Looking For:
- ACA/ACCA/CPA qualified
- Minimum 7+ years experience in external audits with 4 years experience as a manager (or assistant manager with portfolio), including significant experience within Financial Services, such as:
- Banking
- Insurance
- Asset Management
- Proven experience managing audits and leading engagement teams.
- Strong technical knowledge of IFRS, FRS 102, and the financial services regulatory environment.
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple engagements and priorities effectively.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with a client-focused mindset.
- Experience in a Big 4 or Top 10 firm is advantageous but not essential.
