Newbury, United Kingdom | Posted on 21/10/2026
TPF Recruitment are supporting a highlyregarded and people-focused firm of Chartered Accountants in Newbury in theirsearch for an Audit Assistant Manager to join their growing team.
This is an excellent opportunity to joina well-established practice that has built a strong reputation for deliveringhigh-quality audit, accounts and advisory services to a diverse portfolio ofowner-managed businesses, SMEs and not-for-profit organisations. The firmprides itself on its supportive culture, flexible approach to working andgenuine commitment to employee wellbeing and career development.
This is a genuine Assistant Managerposition (not a Senior role!), where you will play a key role in managing a small portfolio of audit clients, whilst supporting the development of juniorteam members.
The Role
- Leadingaudits for a varied portfolio of clients across a range of sectors.
- Planningand coordinating audit assignments to ensure work is completed efficientlyand to a high standard.
- Reviewingaudit work prepared by junior team members and providing coaching andtechnical support.
- Managingaudit fieldwork both on-site and remotely.
- Liaisingdirectly with clients, developing trusted relationships and acting as akey point of contact throughout the audit process.
- Identifyingrisks and resolving technical audit and accounting matters.
- Preparingand reviewing statutory accounts in line with relevant accountingstandards.
- Monitoringbudgets, deadlines and project progress to ensure successful delivery.
- Supportingmanagers and partners with client advisory work and business developmentinitiatives where appropriate.
- Contributingto the training, mentoring and performance development of junior staff.
Requirements
- Previousexperience working within a UK firm of Chartered Accountants.
- Strongaudit experience, including planning, completion and file reviewresponsibilities.
- Experiencesupervising, mentoring or reviewing the work of junior team members.
- Goodworking knowledge of UK GAAP and auditing standards.
- Excellentcommunication and relationship-building skills.
- Organisedand commercially aware, with the ability to manage multiple assignmentssimultaneously.
- Acollaborative and proactive approach to client service.
- Salarycirca £48,000 – £57,000 per annum, depending on experience andqualification status
- Flexibleand hybrid working arrangements.
- Friendlyand supportive team environment.
- Clearand achievable career progression opportunities.
- Ongoingprofessional development and technical training.
- Freeparking.
- Astrong focus on work-life balance and employee wellbeing.
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