Audit & Accounts Manager

Are you a qualified (ACCA or ACA) audit or accounts professional, seeking more freedom and influence? This Audit & Accounts Manager opportunity based in Coventry offers something many don’t - real influence. If you're seeking a position where your contribution is recognised, your ideas are valued and your career ambitions are actively supported, this delivers the perfect career opportunity. You won’t be stuck in a rigid structure or just ticking compliance boxes. Instead, you’ll be trusted to lead, shape client relationships, and contribute to bigger commercial decisions while developing towards becoming a Responsible Individual (RI). You can truly build your career in a way that suits you! If you’re a qualified practice professional looking for a firm that will invest in you to become a further leader, where you’re respected and given autonomy, not micromanaged, this is well worth exploring. Role Overview Approximately 40% audit & 60% accounts remit Managing a varied audit portfolio with fees around £500k, largest client approx. £35m t/o, predominantly local or remote based clients Leading large but not too complex audit assignments from planning through to completion, reviewing audit files and ensuring compliance Involved in the preparation of year-end accounts, review draft accounts files to ensure compliance with FRS 102, FRS 105 and UK GAAP Oversee team workflow, performance, budgets, delivery and development Gain exposure to leadership responsibilities and a structured pathway towards Responsible Individual status The Ideal Candidate ACA or ACCA qualified (or equivalent) with experience of managing a portfolio of clients and leading audits within a UK accountancy practice Comfortable reviewing work and maintaining high-quality standards, supervising a team and offering support & guidance Familiar with audit software including CCH, CaseWare & MyWorkingPapers Strong communicator who can explain technical points clearly and manage multiple deadlines effectively What's On Offer Starting salary up to £65,000 with annual salary reviews Clear and supported pathway towards Responsible Individual (RI) status Hybrid working – 3 days in the office, 2 days from home Flexible start and finish times around core office hours 28 days holiday, option to buy additional holiday days plus your birthday off Ongoing professional development and leadership training Enhanced maternity and paternity packages Enhanced family benefits and wellbeing support Reimbursement of one professional subscription annually Regular social events and performance-related social fund Free onsite parking Register your interest by applying today or call Luke or Ashley on (phone number removed) to discuss this opportunity further, in complete confidence. Addington Ball is a specialist finance and accounting recruitment consultancy covering the Midlands and Northern Home Counties. We are a member of TEAM and are acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. Job Ref: ABJ/(phone number removed) – Audit & Accounts Manager