Audit Manager

Job Description

Role: Audit Manager \n Location: Manchester \n Salary: Up to £55,000, depending on experience\n\nOur client, a well-established and respected independent firm of chartered accountants and business advisors in the North West, is looking for an experienced Audit Manager to join their growing team. With over 200 professionals across the business, they are known for their supportive culture, tailored client service, and long-term development opportunities.\n\nThe Role\n As Audit Manager, you'll lead audit assignments from planning to completion, acting as the main point of contact for clients and mentoring junior team members. You'll work closely with senior leadership to ensure a high standard of service delivery and operational efficiency across projects.\n\nKey Responsibilities\n\nManage and deliver audit assignments to agreed timescales and quality standards\nMaintain strong client relationships and communication throughout engagements\nSupervise, coach, and review work of junior team members\nPrepare and monitor budgets, ensuring audits remain within scope\nSupport billing and time-tracking processes\nEnsure compliance with audit and accounting standards (FRS/IFRS)\nPromote a positive, collaborative team culture\nAbout You\n\nQualified Accountant (ACCA or equivalent) with 2-4 years' post-qualified experience\nProven background in audit and accounts within a practice environment\nStrong understanding of audit standards, risk controls, and regulatory frameworks\nConfident communicator with excellent client management skills\nExperience using CaseWare or CCH is a bonus\nWhat's on Offer\n\nFlexible working arrangements\nGenuine scope for progression and development\nLife assurance & pension scheme\nWellbeing support including access to counselling services\nFriendly, inclusive, and supportive working culture\nIf you're ready to take the next step in your audit career with a forward-thinking and people-focused firm, we'd love to hear from you.\n\nBrook Street NMR is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy