Audit Assistant Manager - Top 15 Firm | Hybrid Working | Real Leadership Progression

Looking for that next step where you can lead audits, guide teams, and play a strategic role in client delivery? If you're ACA or ACCA qualified with solid audit experience and a passion for developing others, this could be the ideal move.

We’re working with a prestigious Top 15 UK firm - part of a global network - who are looking for an Audit Assistant Manager to join their growing team. This is a firm that blends national strength with a people-first, inclusive culture - and they're known for their excellent training, collaborative environment, and long-term career progression.

This is your chance to make a real impact - both with clients and within the team.

What the role looks like:

As an Assistant Manager in the audit team, you’ll take ownership of a varied portfolio of audit clients - leading on engagements from planning to completion, overseeing more complex assignments, and ensuring high-quality delivery throughout.

You’ll manage, review and support the work of juniors and seniors, acting as a mentor and point of escalation, while also playing a key part in building long-term client relationships. You'll use your insight to help clients navigate risk and compliance, while also identifying areas where you can add commercial value.

Continuous improvement is a big focus - you'll contribute ideas, champion best practices, and help embed a tech-enabled approach to client service.

What they’re looking for:

• ACA or ACCA qualified (or equivalent)
• Proven experience managing audit assignments within practice
• Strong technical knowledge, including up-to-date accounting standards
• Confident managing teams and reviewing others’ work
• Familiar with audit software such as CaseWare and comfortable with Excel/Word
• Excellent communication skills - able to build trust and influence at all levels
• Highly organised, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
• Commercially minded with a proactive approach to client needs
• A team player who actively contributes to team development and culture
• Positive, solution-focused, and committed to delivering quality and consistency

Why join?

• Hybrid working - two days from home + flexible core hours (10am-2pm)
• Generous holiday - 33 days including bank holidays, with the option to buy/sell up to 5
• Award-winning development - structured leadership programmes and fast-track progression
• Inclusive, modern working environment - focus on wellbeing, tech, and innovation
• Global reach - be part of an international network with exciting growth opportunities

Ready to step into leadership?

If you're ready to take the lead and continue growing in a firm that genuinely invests in its people, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now or get in touch with Danielle Daymond at AJ Chambers for more information.