Senior Audit Manager (RI)

Role Overview

This Audit specialist with RI (registered individual) status will lead high‑quality audits, drive technical excellence, mentor developing talent, and play a key role in the evolution of the firm’s audit function.

This individual will authorise signatory on audit reports, with a pathway to Partner is desired.

Audit Leadership

• Plan, execute, and review audit engagements, ensuring technical excellence, efficient delivery, and high-quality output.
• Oversee larger and more complex audits, providing senior-level judgement and challenge.

Technical Oversight

• Apply deep knowledge of UK GAAP, IFRS, FRS102, and relevant audit regulations.
• Provide technical guidance to the audit team and perform final file reviews.
• Maintain awareness of regulatory changes and support the firm in continuous technical improvement.

Team Management

• Mentor, coach, and develop audit seniors and trainees, supporting both technical and career progression.
• Manage workflow, team performance, and resource allocation across audit assignments.

Client Relationship Management

• Act as a primary point of contact for key clients across a varied portfolio.
• Build strong, long‑term relationships and identify opportunities to deliver added value.
• Participate in and lead pre‑ and post‑audit meetings.
• Ensure all work complies with professional standards and internal quality controls.
• Monitor engagement profitability, scope management, and risk mitigation.
• Support the firm’s overall quality agenda and regulatory readiness.

Business Development

• Identify new business opportunities within the existing client base.
• Contribute to tender processes and support cross‑service collaboration.
• Play an active role in the continued growth of the audit department.
• Champion the adoption of new audit technologies, methodologies, and approaches.
• Drive enhancements to audit efficiency, workflow, and consistency.

Additional Responsibilities

• Support senior leadership with managing a broad and diverse client portfolio.
• Ensure deadlines and statutory submission timelines are consistently met.
• Oversee financial performance and billing across your portfolio.

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

• ACA / ACCA qualified (or equivalent) with substantial post‑qualification audit experience.
• Strong technical expertise in UK GAAP, IFRS, FRS 102.
• Proven leadership skills with experience managing audit teams and sizeable portfolios.
• Excellent client relationship management and communication abilities.
• Commercial awareness and strategic thinking suited to senior-level decision‑making.
• Experience in both accounts preparation and corporate tax alongside audit.
• Existing RI status is welcome but not essential, however, the firm will look for clear potential and readiness to achieve RI approval.
• Experience with complex or group audits, SME and mid‑market clients, or specialist sectors.
• Prior involvement in business development or departmental leadership.

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