Audit Administrator

Description

Menzies is an equal opportunities employer which means that we recruit, employ, train, pay, and promote regardless of race, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, disability or age. We are building a first-class team and, to do so, we know that we need a diverse mix of talented people doing their best work.

If you’re ready to make an impact, lead with purpose, and work in a place where your voice truly matters, keep reading!

We have a great opportunity for an Audit Administrator to join our Audit & Assurance Corporate team in the Woking office.

The Audit Administrator plays a key role in supporting the smooth and efficient delivery of audits from start to finish. Taking ownership of core operational and administrative processes across the audit lifecycle, the role enables our audit professionals to focus on delivering high-quality audits, exceptional client service and effective team leadership.

This is a varied and rewarding role offering exposure to many areas of the business, regular interaction with senior leaders and plenty of variety day to day, alongside excellent support and opportunities to develop and progress your career.

Why Menzies?
At Menzies, our culture is our cornerstone. We blend technical excellence with genuine care for our people and clients. With over 1000 colleagues in the UK, we’ve built a culture based on shared values and mutual respect. Here’s why you’ll love working with us:
People First: Our work-life balance isn’t just talk. From agile working to generous leave, we create space for what matters to you and this is why we were recognised as one of the Best Places to Work 2024 and 2025
Work with Inspiring Clients: You’ll be working with a range of clients so no two days will be the same.
Collaborate Across The Firm: Working with various people across the firm to raise the profile of Menzies Academy
Innovate with Purpose: We’re always looking for better ways to work—leveraging tech, simplifying complexities, and delivering value.
Empathy at Our Core: We don’t just serve our clients; we build trusted relationships that stand the test of time.

Key Responsibilities

As an Audit Administrator, you will provide proactive operational and administrative support across the audit lifecycle. Key responsibilities will include:

• Audit workflow coordination – maintaining engagement schedules, key milestones and deadlines, and proactively highlighting delays or outstanding actions.
• Resourcing administration – supporting resource planning, maintaining accurate scheduling information in Dayshape and coordinating stocktake allocations.
• Client and audit information coordination – managing routine client information requests, Inflo administration and monitoring audit readiness ahead of fieldwork.
• Billing and financial administration – coordinating billing schedules, invoices, WIP and budget reporting, and highlighting potential issues to the relevant Manager or Partner.
• Client and engagement administration – coordinating onboarding, engagement letters, acceptance and continuance processes, AML reviews, bank confirmations and client records.
• Audit completion and archiving – monitoring completion deadlines, following up outstanding actions and ensuring engagement records and systems are kept up to date.
• Team and business support – maintaining team records and trackers, supporting meetings, starters and leavers, and assisting with CRM, proposals, tenders and business development administration.
• Document and senior team support – providing proactive support to Partners, Directors and Managers and assisting with the preparation and finalisation of professional client-facing documents.
• Continuous improvement – identifying opportunities to centralise, simplify, standardise or automate administrative processes, taking ownership of activities transferred into the role.

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

• Strong organisational and administrative skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Proactive and self-motivated, with excellent time management and a strong attention to detail.
• Confident, professional communicator with a friendly and collaborative approach to colleagues and clients.
• Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Office, with the confidence to learn and use new systems and technology.
• Able to maintain accurate records, interpret information and identify when issues need to be escalated.
• Reliable, flexible and comfortable working across multiple teams in a fast-paced environment.
• GCSEs in English and Maths (or equivalent qualifications/experience).
• Previous administration, coordination or operations experience is desirable but not essential. Experience gained within professional services, customer service, hospitality or retail would also be welcomed.

Job Benefits

At Menzies, we know that success starts with our people. That’s why we offer:

Career Development: From learning opportunities to career coaching, we’ll help you achieve your goals.
Competitive Benefits: Private medical cover, pension matching, and enhanced parental leave, to name a few.
Flexibility That Works for You: Agile working is embedded in our culture.
Perks That Go Beyond: From volunteering days to wellbeing initiatives, we care about your whole self.

To find out more about our benefits please read here

About Menzies

We’re a leading UK accountancy and advisory firm with a passion for supporting businesses across the globe. Our #BrighterThinking approach combines finance expertise with strategic commercial insights, helping our clients thrive in an ever-changing world.

Join a firm that’s as ambitious as the businesses we support. Bring your expertise to Menzies and help us deliver brighter thinking, every day.

About Menzies LLP

Menzies is a proudly independent UK business advisory and accountancy practice with true national coverage and international connections. As a full-service firm with strong sector specialisms, we have a proven track record supporting both businesses, not-for-profits and individuals to successfully reach their financial goals.

We’re proud to be a Certified B Corp™. and part of a global community of over 10,000 businesses recognised for meeting high standards of social and environmental responsibility, accountability, and governance.

This certification reflects the way we already do business, putting people and relationships first, supporting our communities, investing in our teams, and helping clients build sustainable, future-focused organisations.

We continue to take a relationship-led approach to our client relationships. We use our Brighter Thinking methodology to empower clients with greater confidence and certainty in the face of increasing complexity.

Founded in 1912, Menzies is headquartered in London with coverage nationally in England & Wales and has 1100+ employees and a turnover of £110m. Our clients are mid-size and large privately held corporates, non-profits, and individuals, across the UK and internationally via major market country-desks, and in 157 countries globally through Menzies membership of HLB, the global advisory and accounting network.