Audit Manager

Audit Manager | Croydon | to £65,000 Hybrid Working Join a highly respected firm of Chartered Accountants, servicing clients primarily across Surrey, South West London and Central London, working with owner-managed businesses, charities and LLPs across a broad range of sectors. As an Audit Manager, you will take ownership of a varied audit portfolio, leading engagements from planning through to completion while acting as the key point of contact for clients. You'll work with businesses ranging from growing SMEs to organisations with turnovers exceeding £50 million. This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious audit professional looking to develop their leadership skills within a supportive and well-established practice. What's on Offer You'll receive a competitive salary in the region of £60,000–£65,000 (guide band set by Fletcher George), together with an attractive benefits package to include a discretionary bonus, 25 days holiday plus genuine opportunities for career progression. The firm is well known for investing in its people, offering a collaborative culture, excellent support and long-term development opportunities. Key Responsibilities Lead and manage statutory audits from planning through to completion (approximately 90% of the role) Review audit files, ensuring compliance with UK auditing standards and Clarity ISAs Manage audit budgets, timelines and engagement delivery Act as the primary contact for clients throughout the audit process Identify audit issues and provide practical, commercial recommendations Supervise, coach and develop junior members of the audit team Build and maintain strong client relationships while supporting business development opportunities Assist with statutory accounts preparation and other compliance work where required (approximately 10% of the role) About You ACA or ACCA qualified Strong external audit experience within UK practice Proven experience leading audits through to completion Up-to-date technical knowledge, including Clarity ISAs and UK GAAP Experience supervising and developing junior team members Commercially minded with excellent communication and client relationship skills Self-motivated, organised and able to manage multiple deadlines Fletcher George is an inclusive financial recruiter welcoming all applications relevant to the role. We are committed to attracting a diverse pool of applicants and to assist talent to find career opportunities in which they can thrive. We are an accountancy and finance recruitment agency acting as an Employment Agency. Referrals are welcome - you can receive up to £500 of Amazon or John Lewis vouchers when we successfully place your referral, just make sure they mention you when they register. The full details of Fletcher George’s referral scheme is on our website