via Reed · 11 September 2026 ·8 days ago

Public Sector Audit Assistant Manager

Crowe Watson Recruitment
Glasgow Full-time GBP 44,000 – 50,000
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Crowe Watson Recruitment is proud to be partnering with a leading firm of Chartered Accountants in Glasgow to find their next Public Sector Audit Assistant Manager, offering flexible working, a strong company pension, and much more. The successful candidate will play a key role in delivering high quality audit services to public sector clients, working closely with partners and managers while helping to develop junior team members.

Crowe Watson Recruitment has built a strong reputation for connecting talented accountancy professionals with firms across the UK, and we are delighted to be supporting this well established Glasgow practice in growing its public sector audit team. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced auditor with a background in public sector work to join a firm where technical excellence and professional development go hand in hand, offering genuine scope for progression and exposure to a varied and interesting client portfolio.

What is the day-to-day of the role:

  • Plan, deliver, and finalise public sector audits from start to completion

  • Manage a portfolio of public sector clients and act as a key point of contact

  • Supervise, coach, and review the work of junior audit staff

  • Liaise directly with client management and present audit findings

  • Support partners and managers with technical queries and reporting

Required Skills and Qualifications:
  • ACA or ACCA qualified, or equivalent, with public sector audit experience

  • Previous experience working within a UK Practice environment

  • Strong technical knowledge of UK GAAP and public sector audit standards

  • Excellent communication and client relationship skills

  • Proven ability to manage and develop junior team members

Benefits:
  • Flexible working arrangements

  • Strong company pension

  • Genuine scope for progression

  • Exposure to a varied and interesting client portfolio

You might not meet all the criteria, but if you are passionate about developing yourself and your career, we'd love to hear from you.

Crowe Watson is acting as an Employment Agency, references to pay rates are indicative and salary is dependent on experience. Unfortunately, we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role.

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