Job Description

Audit Manager

Department: Audit

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Horsham

About the role

• Manage a varied portfolio of audit clients, acting as their trusted advisor and primary point of contact.
• Plan, oversee and deliver audit assignments from initial planning through to completion and RI review.
• Manage audit budgets, timelines and resources to ensure work is completed efficiently and to a consistently high standard.
• Ensure audit engagements comply with professional standards, regulatory requirements and Kreston Reeves methodologies.
• Proactively identify opportunities to improve audit quality, efficiency and client experience.
• Resolve complex technical audit matters and provide guidance to the wider team.
• Lead regular workflow planning to prioritise work, manage capacity and ensure key deadlines are achieved.
• Ensure timely billing, effective fee recovery and proactive management of scope changes.
• Build strong relationships with Partners and colleagues across the business.
• Develop expertise within technical or specialist sectors.
• Work with external organisations and regulatory bodies, including HMRC and ICAEW.
• Play an active role in helping shape the future success of the Audit team and delivering an exceptional experience for our clients.

• Develop long-term relationships with your client portfolio, becoming a trusted business advisor.
• Lead audit planning, review and close meetings with clients.
• Provide proactive advice and insights that add value beyond the audit.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues across the firm to introduce clients to the wider range of Kreston Reeves services.
• Ensure all client compliance requirements, including AML, KYC and engagement documentation, are maintained to the highest standard.

• Lead, motivate and develop audit team members through coaching, mentoring and regular feedback.
• Set clear objectives and expectations for each audit assignment.
• Support the professional development and career progression of your team.
• Monitor individual and team performance against objectives and service line KPIs.
• Support the recruitment, onboarding and development of new Audit colleagues.
• Foster a collaborative, supportive and high-performing team culture.

• Build and strengthen your professional network to generate new business opportunities.
• Identify opportunities to grow existing client relationships and support cross-selling across the firm.
• Represent Kreston Reeves through networking events, business development activities, webinars and industry events.
• Contribute to thought leadership through articles, sector insights and sharing technical expertise.
• Work closely with Partners and colleagues to support the continued growth of the Audit Service Line.

What we're looking for

• ACA/ACCA qualified
• Portfolio management experience

What we can offer

• Financial wellbeing – competitive salary, contributory pension scheme, Life Assurance, Health Cash Plan, Income Protection Scheme and Perks at Work discounts and rewards.
• Leave – 25.5 days plus bank holidays, holiday buying, Mental wellbeing, hybrid working (3 days in the office/2 from home) and flexible working policies, Employee Assistance Programme and counselling
• Physical wellbeing –Private Medical Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance and an annual flu jab.
• Recognition – monthly nominations for financial awards based on culture and values
• Development – we offer continuous support and development with clear mapped progression routes across the business, as well as access to internal and external training courses
• Diversity, inclusion and belonging – we operate several family-friendly policies and take proactive steps to create an inclusive environment
• ESG – give as you earn, 1 extra day off each year to take up volunteering opportunities. Opportunities to support our commitment to charitable causes
• Travel – other optional benefits include: cycle to work scheme, interest-free season ticket loan (London only), interest-free car/motorbike loan