Audit Manager (Not-for-Profit)

A leading firm of Chartered Accountants in Leeds is looking to appoint an experienced Audit Manager with a strong not-for-profit background into a role that sits at the heart of a well-regarded and growing specialist team, and we are pleased to be supporting them in finding the right individual for this genuinely compelling opportunity, with flexible working, a company pension, and much more on offer. Crowe Watson Recruitment understands that not-for-profit audit is a distinct and specialist discipline, and the team brings a genuine appreciation of that specialism to every search it undertakes in this space. Rather than treating sector experience as an afterthought, Crowe Watson actively seeks out candidates whose background and expertise is a true and considered match for the opportunity in front of them, and that precision in the way searches are approached is something both candidates and clients in the not-for-profit space have come to value highly. If this is your area of expertise, Crowe Watson is well placed to help you find the right next step. Leeds has a thriving and well-established not-for-profit sector, encompassing charities, housing associations, educational institutions, and social enterprises, and this firm has built a strong and well-respected audit practice that serves a broad and varied portfolio of organisations across that landscape. As Audit Manager, you will take a leading role in delivering high-quality audit and assurance services to a diverse range of not-for-profit clients, managing assignments from planning through to completion, developing and inspiring the team around you, and building the kind of trusted senior client relationships that define a truly effective audit manager in this sector. The firm offers a clear and well-supported pathway to senior manager level, a purpose-driven and collaborative team culture, and genuine long-term career development for any ambitious audit professional who is serious about building a career at the forefront of not-for-profit assurance. You might not meet all the criteria, but if you are passionate about developing yourself and your career, we’d love to hear from you. Crowe Watson is acting as an Employment Agency. References to pay rates are indicative and salary is dependent on experience. Please note that Crowe Watson Recruitment is unable to assist with sponsorship applications; all candidates must have the right to work in the UK without restriction. Key Responsibilities • Managing the delivery of audit assignments across a varied portfolio of not-for-profit clients • Reviewing audit files and providing clear and constructive feedback to junior staff • Acting as the primary point of contact for clients, managing relationships with confidence and professionalism • Supporting partners on complex assignments and contributing to strategic client planning • Leading, developing, and inspiring members of the not-for-profit audit team • Keeping up to date with developments in charity SORP, UK auditing standards, and relevant regulatory requirements • Contributing to business development activity and identifying opportunities to grow the firm's not-for-profit portfolio Requirements • ACA or ACCA qualified with a strong audit background and meaningful experience within the not-for-profit sector • At least five years' experience working within a UK Practice environment • Proven experience managing audit assignments and leading a team across a range of not-for-profit entities • Strong technical knowledge of charity SORP, UK auditing standards, and the regulatory framework governing the sector • Excellent communication and client-facing skills with the ability to engage confidently and sensitively at all levels • A natural leader with a collaborative approach and a genuine commitment to the not-for-profit sector