Audit and Accounts Senior Manager

“A leader is one who knows the way, goes the way, and shows the way.”  John Maxwell

Sheridan Maine is advertising on behalf of a growing and dynamic accountancy practice to recruit a Senior Manager – Audit & Accounts. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced audit professional to manage a diverse portfolio of clients across Charity, Not-for-Profit, and commercial sectors, while progressing towards full Directorship and responsibility as an employee Responsible Individual (RI).

The role offers exposure to a wide variety of client types including Limited Companies (including groups), Sole Traders, Partnerships, and Charities, and involves both hands-on audit work and team management.

Key responsibilities of the Senior Manager – Audit & Accounts include:

• Managing and delivering audit and accounts assignments across Charity, Not-for-Profit, and commercial clients.
• Taking the lead on audit assignments from planning through to completion.
• Reviewing audit files ahead of Responsible Individual (RI) review.
• Supervising, mentoring, and managing junior team members.
• Preparing and reviewing draft corporation tax and business tax computations, including supporting analysis.
• Delivering timely and effective communication to clients.
• Assisting Associates and Directors with ad-hoc projects.
• Progressing to employee RI status and taking ownership of a portfolio of clients.

The successful Senior Manager – Audit & Accounts will have:

• ACA or ACCA qualified with at least 6 years’ practice experience (qualification by experience considered).
• Experience in, or a willingness to work in, the Charity and Not-for-Profit sector.
• Proven experience managing audits, including planning, preparation, completion, and client delivery.
• Strong technical knowledge of Financial Reporting Standards and International Standards for Auditing.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong analytical skills with attention to detail.
• Commercial awareness and ability to build trusted client relationships.
• Experience using CCH and MyWorkPapers is preferred but not essential.

What’s on offer:

• Competitive and flexible salary package.
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays.
• Access to an excellent benefits scheme.
• Hybrid working (office-based with work-from-home option on Wednesdays).
• Relaxed yet professional working environment.
• Continuous training and development, including CPD courses.
• Exposure to a wide range of clients and sectors.
• Strong career progression opportunities, including progression to Directorship.
• Work with a firm rated as one of the best companies to work for, with strong values and commitment to staff development.

If you are keen to secure a progressive Senior Manager – Audit & Accounts role, please click “apply” as soon as possible.

You are required to be eligible to work in the UK full time without restriction.

Due to the high volume of applications, it is not always possible to respond to unsuccessful applicants. Therefore, if we have not responded to your application within five days, please assume that on this occasion your application has not been successful.