Audit Manager - Chatham

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Ref: 2010 Date Posted: Thursday 19 Feb 2026

Audit Manager

Location: London / South East (Hybrid Working)
Job Type: Full Time | Permanent

The Opportunity

We are working with a well-established and highly regarded accountancy and advisory practice seeking an experienced Audit Manager to join their growing audit team.

This role offers the opportunity to take ownership of a varied client portfolio, lead audit engagements from planning through to completion, and play a key role in team leadership and client relationship management within a collaborative and forward-thinking firm.

The Role

Audit & Client Delivery

  • Manage a portfolio of audit clients and oversee service delivery

  • Plan and lead audit assignments, ensuring deadlines and budgets are met

  • Act as the main client contact throughout engagements

  • Review work to ensure compliance with UK auditing and regulatory standards

  • Identify opportunities to improve efficiency and add client value

Client Relationship Management

  • Build strong, long-term client relationships

  • Maintain regular communication with clients and internal teams

  • Support billing, fee recovery and engagement profitability

  • Ensure compliance requirements including AML documentation

Leadership & Team Management

  • Manage and support audit team members

  • Provide coaching, mentoring and performance feedback

  • Assist with recruitment and onboarding of new team members

Operational & Commercial Responsibilities

  • Monitor workflow and team performance

  • Participate in planning and resource meetings

  • Escalate technical or higher-risk matters when required

  • Support delivery of departmental performance targets

Business Development

  • Support client growth and new business opportunities

  • Build professional networks and contribute to firm initiatives

About You

  • ACA or ACCA qualified

  • Strong statutory audit experience within UK accountancy practice

  • Good knowledge of UK GAAP and ISAs

  • Experience managing audit assignments and client relationships

  • Previous supervisory or leadership experience

  • Strong organisational and communication skills

  • Accounts experience desirable

  • Academies or not-for-profit sector exposure advantageous

What’s on Offer

  • Competitive salary and benefits package

  • Hybrid and flexible working

  • Clear progression and structured career development

  • Ongoing technical and leadership training

  • Private medical and wellbeing support

  • Generous annual leave with option to purchase additional days

  • Pension and life assurance

  • Supportive and collaborative culture

The Firm

Our client is an established and growing professional services firm delivering audit, accounting and advisory services to a diverse UK client base. They are known for their relationship-led approach and commitment to employee development and long-term career progression.