Audit Assistant Manager

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Audit Assistant Manager
Location: Jerroms, Lumaneri House, Blythe Valley Park, Solihull, B90 8AH

You will undertake audits for a range of clients across a variety of sectors, including owner managed businesses, charities and entities within the education sector. You will have a can-do approach and be confident managing a varied workload, you will also get the opportunity to act as a mentor and assist with the development of our trainees.
You will be involved with managing the workflow of the audit team and play a key role in the planning, on site field work, execution and finalisation of the audit process. You will supervise the work of the audit team, aiming to resolve issues before escalating to the Manager/Partner for review.
You will also hold a significant portfolio of clients and provide regular contact with them to maintain a good client relationship.

Key Responsibilities

Engagement and Client Management
Manage a small portfolio of audit engagements across multiple industries, ensuring high-quality delivery.
Act as the key point of contact for clients, developing and maintaining strong professional relationships.
Communicate complex audit findings and technical matters clearly and effectively to clients and senior stakeholders.
Review and approve audit planning documents, risk assessments, and final reports, ensuring compliance with internal standards.

Team Leadership
Lead, supervise, and mentor audit seniors, semi-seniors, and trainees throughout audit engagements.
Provide on-the-job training, performance feedback, and support staff development, contributing to a positive team culture.
Support the Audit Senior and Training Supervisor in developing the audit team and delivering training (responsibility to be assumed in their absence).
Chair internal audit team meetings, encouraging collaboration and knowledge sharing.

Technical and Compliance
Maintain up-to-date expert knowledge of relevant accounting standards and auditing regulations.
Ensure audit work complies with the firm’s quality assurance processes and regulatory requirements.
Review complex technical issues, offering practical solutions or escalating when necessary.
Support internal quality reviews and risk management procedures.

Business Support and Development
Assist Audit Managers and Partners with preparing proposals, fee quotes, and billing processes.
Contribute to business development activities and wider firm initiatives.
Identify opportunities for cross-selling services and support the growth of long-term client relationships. Read more