Job Description

AUDIT ASSISTANT MANAGER - VACANCY INFORMATION

Job Title

Audit Assistant Manager

Department

Audit

Reporting To

Audit Manager / Senior Manager / Director

Location

Worcester

Employment Type

Permanent - Full Time

ABOUT BALLARDS

Think all accountancy firms are the same? Think again. Ballards LLP is an entrepreneurial accountancy firm delivering audit, tax and consultancy services to clients across a broad range of sectors. We are growing our award-winning Audit team and are looking for an experienced Audit Assistant Manager to join us.

THE ROLE

As Audit Assistant Manager, you will support Audit Managers, Senior Managers and Directors in delivering high-quality statutory audit engagements, including complex audits for larger companies and groups. You will lead assignments, build strong client relationships and help coach and develop junior colleagues, while taking on increasing responsibility for audit delivery and portfolio management.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead and coordinate statutory audit engagements for a range of UK clients, including larger companies and groups, from planning through to completion.
• Oversee audit fieldwork, allocate work to team members and monitor progress against budgets, deadlines and quality standards.
• Review audit working papers and findings, ensuring compliance with applicable auditing standards and the firm’s audit methodology.
• Identify and escalate significant audit risks, technical matters and issues to the Audit Manager, Director or engagement Partner.
• Act as a key point of contact for clients, liaising with relevant stakeholders and external component auditors where required.
• Support the review of financial statements and audit completion documentation, preparing clear points for manager and partner review.
• Assist Audit Managers with engagement planning, resourcing, client service and the smooth running of audit portfolios.
• Attend client sites, planning meetings and audit completion meetings as required.
• Review the work of trainees and Audit Associates, providing coaching, feedback and technical guidance.
• Support the development of colleagues and contribute to improvements in audit processes, efficiency and quality.
• Participate in networking and business development opportunities where appropriate.
• Promote a collaborative, inclusive and professional working environment.

PERSON SPECIFICATION

Essential qualifications and experience

• ACA or ACCA qualified.
• Strong external audit experience gained within a UK accountancy practice.
• Experience leading audit assignments and reviewing the work of junior team members.
• Experience working directly with clients and supporting managers with a portfolio of engagements.
• Sound knowledge of UK audit requirements and relevant financial reporting frameworks.

Essential skills and attributes

• Strong technical accuracy, professional judgement and attention to detail.
• Excellent organisation, prioritisation and ability to deliver work to deadlines.
• Confident communication and relationship-building skills with clients and colleagues.
• Ability to work independently, solve problems and escalate issues appropriately.
• A supportive leadership style with an interest in coaching and developing others.
• Adaptability, commercial awareness and confidence using audit technology.

Desirable experience

• Experience of complex group audits and liaising with component auditors.
• Experience supporting audit portfolio management, budgeting and resourcing.
• Exposure to networking and business development activities.

WHY JOIN BALLARDS?

Join a collaborative, growing Audit team with opportunities to lead varied engagements, develop your leadership skills and progress your career. Ballards is proud to have been recognised as Audit Team of the Year 2026.