Financial Services Audit - Manager

Key Responsibilities

Audit Leadership & Delivery

- Lead and manage the delivery of high-quality audit services for clients across Banking, and Asset Management .
- Design and execute robust audit strategies in line with applicable accounting and regulatory frameworks, including IFRS, FRS 102 , and relevant financial services regulations.
- Take ownership of engagements from planning through to completion, ensuring deadlines, budgets, and quality standards are met.

Team Management & Development

- Manage, coach, and mentor audit teams, including Assistant Managers, Seniors, and trainees.
- Allocate work effectively, review deliverables, and provide timely, constructive feedback.
- Support the development of junior team members through on-the-job coaching and performance management.

Client Relationship Management

- Act as a trusted advisor to clients, building and maintaining strong, long-term relationships.
- Proactively manage client expectations, respond to queries, and deliver a consistently high standard of service.
- Identify opportunities to add value through insights, recommendations, and improved processes.

Technical & Regulatory Oversight

- Ensure audits are conducted in full compliance with relevant accounting standards and regulatory requirements.
- Stay up to date with technical developments in financial services and share knowledge across the team.
- Support complex technical matters and judgement areas, escalating where appropriate.

Practice & Process Improvement

- Contribute to the continuous improvement of audit methodologies, tools, and processes.
- Identify efficiency gains and best practices to enhance audit delivery and client outcomes.
- Support wider firm initiatives and collaborate with colleagues across service lines.

What We Are Looking For

- ACA/ACCA/CPA qualified
- Minimum 7+ years’ experience in external audits with 2 years’ experience as a manager, including significant experience within Financial Services, such as:
Banking
- Asset Management

- Proven experience managing audits and leading engagement teams.
- Strong technical knowledge of IFRS, FRS 102, and the financial services regulatory environment.
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple engagements and priorities effectively.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with a client-focused mindset.
- Experience in a Big 4 or Top 10 firm is advantageous but not essential.