Audit Manager

Who you are

• Joining us as a Manager, the minimum criteria you'll need is a professional qualification (ACA / ACCA or equivalent), with solid post-qualification experience in Audit or Internal Audit and a track record of leading initiatives with a good degree of autonomy
• It would be great if you had some of the following skills, but don't worry if you don't tick every box, we'll help you develop along the way
• Proven ability to work effectively with a range of senior stakeholders and lead cross-functional initiatives
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly and concisely
• Organised and analytical approach, with strong attention to detail and a focus on continuous improvement
• Experience managing or coaching junior team members
• Good working knowledge of ISQM (UK) 1 and UK auditing standards
• Good technical knowledge of UK GAAP, IFRS and ethical standards
• Experience engaging directly with regulators or quality review bodies

What the job involves

• Our Audit Quality team supports the design, implementation and operation of the firm's System of Quality Management (SoQM), in line with ISQM (UK) 1
• Working closely with the Audit Director and the wider audit practice, the team embeds a strong quality culture, runs monitoring activity, and keeps the firm's quality documentation current and audit ready
• We're looking for a Manager to take ownership of key parts of the SoQM, working closely with the Audit Director and leading an Assistant Manager
• You'll drive monitoring and remediation activity, support regulator facing conversations, and play a genuine role in shaping how audit quality is embedded across the firm
• We're happy to talk flexible working and consider reduced hours and job shares, we'll support you to balance your work and life
• Own the ongoing operation of the firm's System of Quality Management in line with ISQM (UK) 1, working closely with the Audit Director
• Lead the embedding of a culture of audit quality across the practice, designing and delivering communication and training initiatives
• Lead the development and maintenance of quality objectives, risk assessments and responses across the components of the SoQM
• Design and lead monitoring activity, including testing and root cause analysis, directing remediation actions through to resolution
• Take ownership of documentation evidencing the design, implementation and operation of the SoQM
• Act as the technical point of contact for audit teams on quality management processes and ISQM (UK) 1 compliance
• Lead engagement with internal stakeholders and support regulator facing activity where required
• Lead preparation for internal and external quality reviews and inspections, coordinating evidence and responses across teams
• Shape firm policies, methodologies and tools that support audit quality, and lead continuous improvement initiatives
• Review and finalise reports and analysis for senior leadership, summarising monitoring outcomes and remediation progress
• Coach and develop an Assistant Manager, providing on-the-job guidance and supporting their development

Benefits

• Life cover
• Income protection
• Matched pension
• Private medical, including anytime access to Doctor@Hand and Stronger Minds
• Professional subscriptions