Practice - Audit Manager - Manchester

Audit Manager Jobs Manchester | £45,000 – £58,000 + Bonus | Top 60 Accountancy Firm

An award-winning Top 60 UK accountancy firm in Manchester is seeking an experienced Audit Manager to join its expanding Audit team.

This is an excellent opportunity for an ACA or ACCA qualified audit professional looking to lead a substantial client portfolio within a progressive professional services firm offering strong career progression and a high-performance culture.

Salary: £45,000 – £58,000 + annual bonus
Location: Manchester (3–4 days office-based)
Benefits: 25 days holiday + buy option, birthday leave, bonus scheme, health cash plan, enhanced parental pay, pension, EAP and more

Why Apply for this Audit Manager Job in Manchester?

• Join a recognised Top 60 accountancy firm

• Clear progression pathway to Audit Senior Manager

• Manage a significant £400k+ audit portfolio

• Strong leadership exposure and client autonomy

• Award-winning employer with national growth strategy

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package

The Role – Audit Manager | Manchester Accountancy Jobs

Reporting to the Audit Senior Manager and Responsible Individual, the Audit Manager will take full ownership of a portfolio of audit clients while leading and developing audit teams.

The role requires strong technical expertise, leadership maturity and commercial awareness within a professional practice environment.

Key Responsibilities

Portfolio & Audit Delivery

• Manage a £400k+ audit portfolio across varied sectors

• Plan, execute, review and complete audit assignments

• Ensure compliance with ISAs (UK), FRS 102, Companies Act and regulatory standards

• Deliver audits on time and within budget

• Prepare audit files to Senior Manager and RI review standard

Client Relationship Management

• Act as primary contact for audit clients

• Build and maintain long-term professional relationships

• Identify advisory and cross-sell opportunities

• Manage stakeholder expectations throughout audit lifecycle

Leadership & Team Development

• Lead audit teams with clarity and accountability

• Delegate effectively and empower junior team members

• Conduct performance reviews and development discussions

• Support recruitment and retention of audit talent

• Promote collaboration across the audit department

Compliance & Quality Assurance

• Ensure compliance with ISQM 1, AML and internal firm policies

• Review junior team members’ work prior to escalation

• Maintain high documentation and quality standards

• Escalate risks appropriately to senior leadership

Commercial & Business Contribution

• Manage audit budgets and profitability

• Contribute to tender processes and new business pitches

• Support firm-wide growth initiatives

• Attend client meetings and networking events where required

Candidate Requirements

• ACA or ACCA qualified

• Minimum 2 years post-qualification experience

• At least 7 years’ audit experience within a UK professional practice

• Proven experience managing an audit portfolio

• Strong technical knowledge of auditing and regulatory standards

• Experience operating at Audit Manager level within a Top 50, Top 60 or similar firm preferred

Working Arrangement

This is primarily an office-based Audit Manager position in Manchester. The successful candidate will typically be present in the office three to four days per week, reflecting the leadership and team management responsibilities of the role.

Career Progression

This Audit Manager job offers a structured progression pathway to Audit Senior Manager, based on sustained portfolio performance, leadership capability, audit quality and commercial contribution.

Apply for this Audit Manager Role in Manchester

To apply for this Audit Manager job in Manchester, please contact:

Amy Doumbia
Talent Partner
T: 07842 313 876
E: amy@supreme-ss.com