via Reed · 15 September 2026 ·4 days ago

Audit Manager

Crowe Watson Recruitment
Manchester Full-time GBP 56,000 – 64,000
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Audit Manager

£56,000 to £64,000 per annum (DOE) | Permanent, full time

Manchester

A leading firm of Chartered Accountants in Manchester is looking for an ACA or ACCA qualified Audit Manager to take ownership of client relationships and lead a capable audit team.

Manchester is one of the UK's most commercially dynamic regional cities, and the firm's audit portfolio reflects that, spanning a range of sectors and client sizes. The practice is ambitious and well regarded, with real management responsibility and a credible route to Senior Manager. Crowe Watson Recruitment has a strong presence across the North West.

What's the day to day of the role:

  • Managing audit delivery across a varied and technically interesting client portfolio

  • Reviewing audit files and giving clear, constructive feedback to junior and semi senior staff

  • Acting as the primary point of contact for clients and managing those relationships

  • Supporting partners on complex assignments and strategic client planning

  • Leading and developing members of the audit team

  • Contributing to business development and growing the firm's audit portfolio

Required skills and qualifications:
  • ACA or ACCA qualified with a strong audit background gained in practice

  • At least five years' experience within a UK Practice environment

  • Proven experience managing a varied audit portfolio and leading a team

  • Strong technical knowledge of UK auditing standards and financial reporting frameworks

  • Confidence to engage at senior client and partner level, commercially minded and proactive

Benefits:
  • Flexible working

  • Company pension

  • And much more!

You might not meet every criterion, but if you're passionate about developing your career, we'd love to hear from you. Ref: CWK790. Crowe Watson is acting as an Employment Agency; pay rates are indicative and salary depends on experience. We're unable to assist with sponsorship applications, so all candidates must have the right to work in the UK without restriction.
  • Apply now to be considered

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