Audit Manager – Belfast (Top 20 Firm)

Overview

In this Audit Manager role you lead client engagements and develop the audit team within a Belfast-based firm. You will manage diverse clients across NI and the UK, shaping audits from planning to completion while building lasting client relationships. The position offers leadership growth, a collaborative culture, and a clear pathway to more senior levels, underpinned by a strong focus on client service and professional development. You will drive improvement, mentor colleagues, and contribute to business development initiatives.

Pay / Benefits

• Hybrid working
• Flexible working arrangements
• Structured mentorship and career planning
• Career progression to Senior Manager
• Learning and professional development
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package

Responsibilities

• Manage a varied portfolio of audit clients across Northern Ireland and the wider UK
• Lead audit assignments from planning through to completion
• Review work completed by Audit Seniors and Junior team members
• Act as a trusted advisor and key point of contact for clients
• Build and maintain strong, long-term client relationships
• Mentor, coach, and develop junior colleagues
• Collaborate with Partners on advisory projects and business development initiatives
• Drive continuous improvement and help shape a positive team culture

Key requirements

• ACA or ACCA qualified
• Minimum of 3 years’ post-qualified experience within accountancy practice
• Strong audit and accounts experience
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Proven leadership and team management capabilities
• Commercial awareness with a client-focused approach
• Experience coaching and developing team members

• leadership
• communication
• interpersonal skills
• Audit execution (planning to completion)
• Accounts preparation and review
• Client relationship management

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