Audit Manager

Crowe Watson Recruitment is proud to be partnering with a highly regarded firm of Chartered Accountants in Portsmouth to recruit an experienced Audit Manager. Flexible working, company pension, and much more! This is a fantastic opportunity to join a progressive and forward-thinking practice that offers genuine scope for career progression, exposure to a diverse client portfolio, and a supportive leadership team committed to your success.

Based in Portsmouth, this well-established firm provides a comprehensive range of audit, accounting and advisory services to a varied client base including SMEs, owner-managed businesses and corporate groups. As Audit Manager, you will take ownership of a portfolio of audit clients, overseeing assignments from planning through to completion, leading and developing a team, and acting as a key point of contact for clients. You will play an integral role in maintaining high technical standards and contributing to the firm's continued growth in the Hampshire market.

Crowe Watson Recruitment is a specialist in accountancy practice recruitment, known for our personalised approach and strong relationships across the UK market. We are committed to matching talented professionals with firms where they can truly thrive. This Audit Manager job in Portsmouth offers an excellent opportunity for an ambitious individual seeking long-term career development within a respected Chartered Accountants firm. 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.

• Managing a portfolio of audit clients, ensuring assignments are completed to a high standard and within deadlines
• Planning, supervising and reviewing audit engagements from start to finish
• Leading, mentoring and developing junior members of the audit team
• Building and maintaining strong client relationships, acting as a trusted advisor
• Identifying opportunities to add value and support business development initiatives

• ACA / ACCA qualified (or equivalent)
• At least five years' practice experience working within a UK Practice environment
• Strong technical knowledge of UK auditing and accounting standards
• Proven experience managing audits and leading teams
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• Commercially aware with a proactive and professional approach