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.