Senior Audit Manager

Company: Hays
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Location: Manchester
Job Description:

Overview

In this role you will lead and grow the Manchester audit offering within a Top 10 firm, managing a diverse client portfolio and ensuring high-quality delivery. You will develop managers and juniors, support business development, and uphold technical standards. The position combines leadership, client advisory, and market-focused growth in a supportive, inclusive culture. This is an opportunity to shape the Manchester audit practice and progress toward partnership.

Pay / Benefits

  • Competitive salary with regular reviews and bonus potential
  • Hybrid and flexible working model
  • Generous holiday allowance and flexible benefits package
  • Supportive, inclusive culture with genuine work–life balance

Responsibilities

  • Lead and review statutory audits for a varied client portfolio
  • Manage client relationships and act as trusted adviser
  • Plan, budget, and monitor assignments for timely delivery
  • Coach and develop audit managers and team members
  • Support partners with business development and proposals
  • Ensure compliance with UK GAAP, IFRS and regulatory standards

Key requirements

  • ACA or ACCA qualified (or equivalent)
  • Significant UK audit experience within a Top 10 or strong mid-tier firm
  • Proven ability to manage complex audits and client relationships
  • Experience leading and developing high-performing teams
  • Strong technical knowledge and commercial awareness
  • Relationship management
  • Coaching and mentoring
  • Communication and collaboration
  • UK GAAP
  • IFRS
  • Audit delivery and planning

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Posted: October 3rd, 2026