Assistant Audit Manager

4738300
  • Job type

    Permanent
  • Location

    Taunton
  • Working Pattern

    Full-time
  • Specialism

    Audit Risk And Compliance
  • Industry

    Accountancy Firms
  • Pay

    Competitive

Assistant Audit Manager for a top firm in Somerset

Your new company

This is an opportunity to join one of the South West’s largest independent accountancy and advisory firms, with a strong regional presence and a team of nearly 1,000 professionals across multiple offices. The firm combines the scale to work with exciting clients and the culture to support individual growth. Recognised nationally for its commitment to wellbeing, development, and inclusion, it has consistently ranked among the UK’s Best Workplaces. As part of an international network, the firm also offers opportunities to collaborate globally while maintaining its independent ethos.

Your new role

  • Conduct statutory audits for corporate clients both on-site and remotely
  • Lead larger and more complex audit assignments
  • Supervise audit teams and ensure compliance with procedures
  • Support managers and partners on various projects
  • Mentor and oversee junior staff
  • Build and maintain strong client relationships
  • Ensure smooth client interactions and service delivery
  • Prepare work for managerial or partner review
  • Identify and resolve technical or client-specific issues
  • Potentially manage a small client portfolio

What you'll need to succeed

  • ACA or ACCA qualified, or part-qualified with relevant experience
  • Experience in statutory audits, ideally including group audits and consolidated financial statements
  • Full UK driving licence and access to a car (preferred but not essential)
  • Strong organisational skills and ability to manage time effectively
  • Capable of working independently and collaboratively
  • Excellent interpersonal skills and client rapport-building ability
  • Professional, discreet, and client-focused
  • Familiarity with automated audit software and digital accounting/tax tools

What you'll get in return

  • Pension scheme
  • Group life assurance (up to 4x salary)
  • Group income protection
  • Health cash plan for everyday healthcare costs
  • Option to buy up to 5 extra days of holiday
  • Counselling and support for you and immediate family
  • Virtual GP access for you and immediate family
  • Cycle to work scheme
  • Shopping and gym discounts via Medicash Extras
  • Gifts for career and family milestones
  • One volunteering day per year
  • Emergency funding support from the firm’s charitable foundation

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