Audit Manager

We are currently recruiting for an Audit Manager to join our team based in Stoke Central . This role will help to develop the operational capabilities of our highly regarded audit team to enable the division to continue to grow.

Key Responsibilities

Audit and Assurance

• Manage a portfolio of audit and assurance clients across a range of sectors.
• Lead audit engagements from planning through to completion and sign-off.
• Review audit files and working papers to ensure compliance with relevant auditing standards and firm methodologies.
• Assess audit risks and develop appropriate audit strategies.
• Review statutory financial statements prepared under relevant accounting frameworks including FRS 102, FRS 105, IFRS and Charities SORP where applicable.
• Ensure all assignments are delivered within agreed budgets and deadlines.
• Resolve complex accounting and auditing issues arising during assignments.
• Monitor engagement profitability and recoverability.

Client Relationship Management

• Act as the primary contact for a portfolio of clients.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships.
• Attend client meetings and present audit findings and recommendations.
• Identify opportunities to provide additional services to clients.
• Respond promptly and professionally to client queries.

Team Leadership and Development

• Manage, coach and mentor audit seniors, semi-seniors and trainees.
• Delegate work effectively and monitor team performance.
• Conduct performance reviews and provide constructive feedback.
• Support recruitment, training and staff development initiatives.
• Promote a positive team culture and encourage continuous improvement.

Compliance and Quality Assurance

• Ensure compliance with International Standards on Auditing (ISA UK) and relevant regulatory requirements.
• Maintain high levels of audit quality and professional scepticism.
• Support internal quality reviews and external regulatory inspections.
• Keep up to date with developments in accounting, auditing and company law.

The ideal candidate for the role will have:

• Strong technical ability with all round practice experience including audit and accounting
• Good communication skills to develop and grow the business
• Effective management style with proven success in identifying and progressing new talent
• Strong attention to detail
• Charity experience (Preferred)
• Qualified for 2 to 3 years

In return bk plus will offer:

• A competitive salary
• A roadmap to progress to Responsible Individual
• Death in service (4x salary)
• 24 hour access to a GP
• Access to a EV Scheme
• Access to a Cycle to work scheme
• Access to a discount platform
• Access to an EAP system
• Employee Referral Scheme