A well-established and growing accountancy practice in the North West is looking to appoint an experienced Audit Manager to join its Liverpool office, offering a salary of circa £60,000. This is a key hire for the firm, offering genuine short-term progression to Responsible Individual (RI) status.

This role will suit someone who is technically strong but also commercially aware, confident in front of clients, and keen to play a visible role in developing both relationships and the wider audit offering. You will work closely with the senior leadership team, with a clear pathway to stepping into a leadership position within the audit function.

Audit Manager Responsibilities:
*Manage and deliver audit assignments from planning through to completion
*Act as the primary point of contact for a varied client portfolio, including SMEs, owner-managed businesses, professional practices and not-for-profit organisations
*Lead, coach and develop a team of 3-4 staff members
*Take an active role in business development activities, including:
*Supporting pitches and tender processes
*Identifying growth opportunities within existing client relationships
*Building your internal profile and contributing commercially to the firm
*Support on ad hoc projects, including due diligence and technical accounting matters
*Contribute to the firm’s Audit Quality Control processes and uphold high audit standards


Audit Manager Attributes:
*ACA or ACCA qualified
*Currently operating at Audit Manager level within a UK practice environment
*Strong technical knowledge of UK auditing and accounting standards
*Proven ability to manage multiple audits and deadlines simultaneously
*Confident communicator with strong client-facing skills
*Commercially minded with an interest in developing business relationships
*High attention to detail and commitment to audit quality
*Experience with SRA Accounts Rules Reviews is advantageous but not essential

Audit Manager Benefits:
*Clear and realistic progression route to RI status in the short term
*Opportunity to play a key role in shaping and leading the audit function
*Exposure to a diverse and interesting client base across SME and not-for-profit sectors
*Supportive leadership team with a collaborative working environment
*Genuine autonomy and visibility within the firm


If you are an Audit Manager or Assistant Manager looking for a role with real progression, leadership exposure and the chance to make a tangible impact, this opportunity offers exactly that. So APPLY NOW.........