Audit Assistant Manager

Audit Assistant Manager ACCA Careers is looking to recruit an Audit Assistant Manager who will play a key role in managing and delivering high‑quality audits for a diverse portfolio of clients. This position offers an excellent opportunity to develop audit skills and gain exposure to various industries and business environments. Join one of the South West’s largest and fastest growing audit teams, responsible for auditing a range of clients from large corporates and rapidly expanding owner‑managed businesses to academy schools and charities. Description The role will enable you to take full advantage of the hybrid working we offer. Whether you’re working from our brand‑new flagship office, from home or at a client site, we will support you to achieve a balanced flexibility while delivering excellent client service. Outside of day‑to‑day work, there will be plenty of opportunities to progress to Manager, including supporting our business development programme and enrolling in management development training sessions. Responsibilities Responsible for the complete delivery of larger audits and projects. Develop and manage a small client portfolio, adding value using knowledge and skills. Ensure overall quality of audits in your portfolio. Produce a complete audit file for each audit. Scope audit requirements and ensure assignments are carried out on time and within budget. Act as the primary audit contact for clients, managing relationships effectively. Proactively liaise with relevant Audit Partners on individual audits. Keep Audit Partners well informed with regular progress updates. Coach and train junior team members. Manage and develop junior team members, providing formal and informal on‑the‑job training. Deliver feedback and conduct Performance Development Reviews (PDRs) and check‑ins. Develop business development skills and network by participating in new business opportunities. Qualifications ACA/ACCA qualified. Experience taking responsibility for a range of audit assignments. Excellent communicator who enjoys building client relationships. Well organised with strong attention to detail. Team player who wants to contribute to the overall success of Bishop Fleming. Full driving licence and access to transport. Why Bishop Fleming? Bishop Fleming is an award‑winning and certified Great Place to Work® provider of Audit, Accountancy, Tax and Advisory services in the South West and West Midlands. With a turnover of £48m, the firm grew almost 15% over the last 12 months and is ranked fifth in the Accountancy Age Mid‑Tier Power Index. It is also the largest provider of audit services to multi‑academy trusts in the academy sector. Benefits 25 days holiday plus bank holidays and Christmas off. Hybrid working. A contributory pension scheme. Life assurance. Simply Health cashback plan, including access to 24/7 GP service and counselling services. Perkbox discounts and rewards platform with over 4,000 perks. Yulife employee wellbeing app. Social events with active committees planning internal and external events. Numerous opportunities for development. Please contact Grace Harris, Recruitment Advisor if you would like to discuss this opportunity further. We welcome applicants who would like flexibility in their working arrangements, including working from home or part‑time, to accommodate parent or carer responsibilities, further studies or other activities. We are committed to welcoming new people into an inclusive working environment, where everyone is given equal opportunity to reach their full potential. We support a culture where people are valued and treated fairly with respect and differences are understood and celebrated. The more varied our workforce, the broader our expertise and the greater our chances of innovation and success. As part of our recruitment process and to maintain a safe and compliant environment, we carry out background checks on all successful applicants, including reference verification and, where applicable, a standard or enhanced DBS check. Further details will be provided during the recruitment process. Closing date: 24th Dec 2025 #J-18808-Ljbffr