Audit Assistant Manager

Audit Assistant Manager | Northwich | £48,000 | Hybrid | 36 days Holiday Ready to step into Audit Management - without the burnout? If you're an ACA/ACCA qualified auditor who's ready for more responsibility, more client interaction and a genuine route to Manager, this role gives you all of that without the usual compromises. I'm working with a respected, growing practice in Northwich that treats audit as a priority area. You'll manage your own portfolio, work closely with senior leaders, and join a firm where progression is mapped out, supported and actually delivered. The Opportunity • Lead a varied portfolio of audit clients from planning through to completion • Build long-term client relationships • Review and mentor junior team members • Prepare statutory accounts • Manage budgets, deadlines and workflow About You • ACA/ACCA qualified with 1+ year PQE • Strong technical knowledge of UK audit & accounting standards • Confident managing audits and reviewing junior work • Excellent communication skills • Full UK driving licence What Makes This Firm Different • Audit is a growth area • Clear progression to Manager • Partners who support your development • Sensible team sizes • Real autonomy from day one What You Won't Be Doing • 60-hour "busy seasons" • Low-fee audits • Waiting years for progression • Carrying the workload of two people What's in It for You £45,000-£48,000 DOE Hybrid working 36 days holiday 5% employer pension Enhanced family leave, sick pay & life assurance Genuine pathway to Audit Manager Interested? If you're even half-curious, let's talk confidentially. No CV needed. No pressure.