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Job Title: External Audit and Accounts Manager

Location: Near Manchester

Salary: £45,000 - £60,000 (dependent on experience)

Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent

About the Company:

A growing and highly regarded accountancy practice near Manchester is seeking a talented External Audit and Accounts Manager to join their team. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced audit and accounts professional to manage a diverse portfolio of clients, leading audits and delivering high-quality accounting services. The firm is known for providing tailored solutions to a range of clients, from SMEs to larger businesses, and offers excellent career progression opportunities.

The Role:

As an External Audit and Accounts Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing audit assignments, managing client relationships, and ensuring compliance with accounting standards. You will also manage a team of auditors and accountants, providing leadership and technical expertise to ensure successful client engagements.

Key Responsibilities:

Managing a portfolio of clients across various sectors, ensuring high-quality service delivery.

Leading audit assignments from planning to completion, including fieldwork and reporting.

Preparing and reviewing statutory accounts in compliance with UK GAAP and IFRS.

Conducting risk assessments and identifying key audit risks and areas of focus.

Reviewing and finalising audit work papers and reports, ensuring compliance with audit standards.

Building and maintaining strong client relationships, acting as a key point of contact for audit and accounting queries.

Managing a team of junior auditors and accountants, providing coaching and technical guidance.

Ensuring that all client deadlines are met, and projects are completed within budget.

Identifying opportunities to offer value-added services to clients, including tax planning and advisory.

Staying up to date with changes in accounting and audit regulations and ensuring compliance.

Assisting with business development, including winning new clients and growing the firm's audit and accounts practice.

Requirements:

ACA/ACCA qualified (or equivalent) with at least 5 years' experience in external audit and accounts.

Proven experience managing audits and preparing accounts for a range of clients.

Strong knowledge of UK accounting and auditing standards (UK GAAP, IFRS).

Excellent communication skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with clients and colleagues.

Leadership skills with experience in managing and developing a team.

Strong attention to detail and organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple client deadlines.

Experience with audit and accounting software such as CaseWare, Xero, Sage, or similar.

A proactive and commercial mindset, with the ability to identify business development opportunities.

Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet deadlines.

How to Apply:

If you are an experienced audit and accounts professional looking for a leadership role with excellent growth potential, apply now with your CV