As the retained recruitment partner to a highly respected national firm of Chartered Accountants, I am delighted to be representing their Kent office in the appointment of a Senior Audit Manager.

While the firm operates nationally, the Kent office has maintained a genuinely close-knit, collaborative culture. It combines the infrastructure, brand strength and technical support of a larger practice with the warmth and autonomy of a well-established regional firm. This is a key strategic hire as part of their ongoing growth and succession planning.

The Role

This is a senior, review-focused position with responsibility for managing a significant and established fee base on behalf of the partners.

You will oversee a varied and interesting portfolio of clients including owner-managed businesses, corporate groups and established SMEs across multiple sectors. The role is less about hands-on fieldwork and more about leadership, technical review, client relationship management and commercial oversight.

You will:
*Take ownership of a substantial audit portfolio
*Lead audit planning and completion stages
*Review files to a high technical standard
*Act as principal point of contact for key clients
*Manage and develop audit managers and wider teams
*Identify opportunities to grow and enhance your fee base
*Work closely with partners on strategic client matters
*This is an opportunity to operate at a senior level within the office, with real visibility and influence.

The Opportunity

The firm is committed to long-term succession planning and there is a genuine pathway to partnership for the right individual. They are seeking someone who wants to build a future, not simply take a role.

You will have the autonomy to grow your portfolio, strengthen client relationships and contribute to the strategic direction of the Kent office. The partners are approachable, commercially minded and supportive of ambitious individuals who demonstrate leadership capability.

About You

I am keen to speak with ACA or ACCA qualified professionals who are currently operating at Audit Manager or Senior Audit Manager level within a reputable firm.

You will ideally:
*Have strong experience managing and reviewing audit assignments
*Be technically confident across UK GAAP and ISAs
*Be comfortable managing a significant client portfolio
*Demonstrate commercial awareness and relationship-building skills
*Have the ambition and credibility to progress toward partnership

Cultural fit is important. The office values professionalism, approachability and long-term client relationships. This would suit someone who enjoys leading from the front while being part of a supportive and personable team environment.

Why This Role Stands Out
*Significant, high-quality fee base from the outset
*Predominantly review and leadership focused
*Varied and interesting client mix
*Strong family feel within a national firm structure
*Clear and realistic route to partnership
*Competitive remuneration and benefits

If you are an ambitious audit professional in Kent or considering a move into the region, and you are seeking a role with genuine long-term potential, I would welcome a confidential discussion. Please contact Robin in the 1st instance.

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