Job Description:

Audit Manager (Experienced)
Mid‑Tier Practice in Manchester
Salary: Up to £65,000 + benefits
Working pattern: 3–4 days per week onsite (Manchester office)
Cherry Professional is delighted to be working with a respected and well established mid‑tier accountancy firm in Manchester to appoint an experienced Audit Manager for a hands‑on, client‑facing role. This position sits at the heart of the audit team: you’ll own a portfolio, lead multiple engagements at once, and manage and develop several teams through planning, fieldwork and completion.
The role
You’ll be responsible for:

• Managing a portfolio of audit clients (planning through to finalisation and delivery)
• Leading multiple audits concurrently, ensuring quality, deadlines and budgets are met
• Providing hands-on technical input on complex areas and on‑site delivery
• Managing, coaching and reviewing the work of multiple teams (Seniors/Executives and trainees)
• Acting as the key point of contact for clients, resolving issues and maintaining strong relationships
• Supporting internal processes around risk, compliance, and audit methodology

What we’re looking for (non‑negotiable)

• Currently working as an Audit Manager in UK practice  with demonstrable portfolio responsibility
• Strong track record of running audits end‑to‑end and leading teams on‑site
• ACA / ACCA qualified 
• Confident communicator with a commercial, client‑service mindset
• Able to commit to 3–4 days per week in the Manchester office / on client site

Please note (important)

• Big 4 candidates will not be considered for this position, as Mid-Tier Client experience is a crucial requirement for this key role
• Candidates not already operating at Audit Manager level will not be considered
• We cannot process applicants who require Visa Support

What’s on offer

• Salary up to £65,000
• High‑visibility, “proper” Audit Manager remit: portfolio ownership + team leadership
• Mid‑tier environment with scope to make an impact, rather than being a small cog in a large machine
• Genuine a defined career development to Director and further.

Apply / enquire
If you’re an experienced Audit Manager in practice and want a hands‑on role with genuine ownership in a Manchester mid‑tier firm, reply with your CV (or a quick summary of your current portfolio and team size).
 


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