Crowe Watson Recruitment
Crowe Watson Recruitment is proud to be partnering with a well-established firm of Chartered Accountants in Staverton, currently seeking an experienced Audit Senior Manager to join their growing team. This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious audit professional to take the next step in their career, with flexible working, a company pension, and much more on offer as part of a genuinely supportive package. The firm has built a strong reputation across the region for delivering high quality audit and assurance services to a varied client base, and this role offers real scope for progression within a forward thinking practice. As a specialist accountancy and finance recruitment agency, Crowe Watson works closely with firms across the UK to connect talented professionals with roles where they can truly thrive, and we’re pleased to be handling this appointment on behalf of our client.
The successful candidate will take a lead role in managing a diverse portfolio of audit clients, overseeing engagements from planning through to completion while maintaining the highest standards of technical quality and client service. You will play an important part in developing junior members of the team, contributing to the strategic direction of the audit department, and supporting the partners with business development activity. This is a fantastic opportunity for a qualified accountant with strong audit experience to step into a senior leadership position within a firm that values both technical excellence and a positive working culture.
Staverton offers a great base for this role, combining a friendly working environment with easy access to wider transport links, making it an appealing location for professionals looking to balance career progression with quality of life. The firm prides itself on investing in its people, offering ongoing professional development, a clear route to progression, and a collaborative culture where achievements are recognised and rewarded. If you are an experienced audit professional ready to take on a senior management role with a firm that will support your continued growth, we would love to hear from you.
You might not meet all the criteria, but if you are passionate about developing yourself and your career, we’d love to hear from you.
Crowe Watson is acting as an Employment Agency. References to pay rates are indicative and salary is dependent on experience. We are unable to offer sponsorship for this role.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage a portfolio of audit clients from planning through to completion
- Review audit files and ensure technical accuracy and compliance
- Mentor and develop junior audit staff within the team
- Support partners with client relationship management and business development
- Contribute to the strategic development of the audit department
Requirements
- ACA or ACCA qualified with significant audit experience
- Must have previous experience working within a UK Practice environment
- Strong technical knowledge of UK auditing standards and financial reporting
- Proven experience managing and developing a team
- Excellent communication and client relationship skills
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