Audit Senior Manager

Audit Senior Manager A well-established accountancy practice is looking to appoint an experienced Audit Senior Manager to take a senior role within its growing audit team. This is an opportunity for an ACA or ACCA qualified professional who enjoys leading audits, developing people and working closely with established clients, with a clear route towards Responsible Individual status and, ultimately, Partner. Based onsite in Hertfordshire, the role offers genuine senior-level responsibility across a varied portfolio, with the opportunity to influence both client delivery and the wider direction of the practice. The Role As Audit Senior Manager, you will take ownership of a portfolio of clients, overseeing audits from planning through to completion while ensuring high technical and professional standards are maintained. You will work closely with Partners and senior stakeholders, providing guidance to audit teams, supporting client relationships and contributing to the continued growth of the practice. For the right individual, there is a clear opportunity to progress towards RI status and future Partner-level responsibility. What You'll Be Doing

• Managing a portfolio of audit clients, ensuring engagements are delivered efficiently, profitably and to a high standard.
• Planning, reviewing and signing off audit work in line with relevant professional standards.
• Providing technical guidance across UK GAAP, IFRS and FRS 102.
• Leading, coaching and developing audit seniors and junior team members.
• Acting as a trusted point of contact for key clients and attending pre- and post-audit meetings.
• Working alongside Partners on client strategy, portfolio management and business development.
• Monitoring budgets, workflow, deadlines and overall engagement profitability.
• Supporting the preparation and review of statutory accounts and corporate tax work where required.
• Identifying opportunities to broaden client relationships and introduce additional services.
• Contributing to improvements in audit methodology, processes and overall service delivery. What We're Looking For You'll be a qualified ACA, ACCA or equivalent professional with substantial post-qualification experience gained within practice. The successful candidate is likely to bring:
• Strong experience managing a significant audit portfolio.
• Excellent knowledge of UK GAAP, IFRS and FRS 102.
• Previous experience across audit, accounts preparation and corporate tax.
• Proven ability to lead and develop high-performing teams.
• Strong client management and communication skills.
• Commercial awareness and confidence operating at senior management level.
• The ability to manage competing deadlines while maintaining quality.
• A genuine interest in contributing to business development and the wider growth of the practice. Existing RI status would be advantageous but is not essential, with support available for the right candidate to work towards this. What's On Offer
• £75,000-£90,000 depending on experience
• Fully onsite position in Hertfordshire.
• Clear progression towards RI status and Partner.
• Senior responsibility across an established client portfolio.
• Health Cash Plan.
• Life Assurance.
• Cycle to Work scheme.
• Private medical insurance for eligible managers and longer-serving employees.
• A senior position within an established accountancy practice where your input can influence the continued development of the business.