Audit Manager
$60,000–$75,000 year
HybridLondon, England, United Kingdom
Job Summary
Lead end-to-end audit engagements for financial services clients, ensuring compliance with IFRS, UK GAAP, and CASS requirements. Oversee planning, execution, and reporting while managing multidisciplinary teams and mentoring junior auditors. Prepare audit documentation and management letters, collaborate with senior management to resolve complex accounting issues, and identify emerging risks to enhance audit methodologies. Act as a key point of contact for clients to foster strong relationships and ensure regulatory adherence. Contribute to the development of audit policies and quality control measures within a top 40 accountancy practice in London.
Required Qualifications
- Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in audit
- Proven track record in financial services sector engagements
- Professional qualification in ACCA, ACA, with full membership and active practice
- In-depth knowledge and hands-on experience with CASS (Client Assets Sourcebook) and other FCA regulatory requirements
- Strong understanding of financial reporting standards (IFRS, UK GAAP), internal controls and risk management frameworks
- Demonstrated leadership and team management capabilities
- Experience supervising junior auditors and coordinating project teams
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
- Ability to present complex findings clearly and concisely
- Proven ability to manage multiple deadlines, high-pressure environments and complex audit scopes
- Proficiency in audit software (e.g., CaseWare, TeamMate, or similar)
- Advanced Excel skills
- Strong attention to detail
- Integrity and a commitment to audit quality and ethical standards
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