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Senior Audit Manager

Key Details

• Practice Type: Forward-Thinking Boutique Accountancy Firm
• Location: Shropshire
• Flexible Working: 3 days per week in the office
• Salary: £65,000 - £75,000

About Tierpoint Partners

Tierpoint Partners is a specialist talent consultancy dedicated to public practice accounting. Based in Birmingham’s Colmore Row, we work closely with accountancy firms across the Midlands, ranging from ambitious boutiques and private equity-backed independents to Top 100 practices. We recruit across accounts, audit, tax, advisory, and general practice, with a focus on leadership, technical, and management roles. Our deep regional knowledge and consultative, data-led approach mean we’re trusted by firms to help them hire with precision. If you’re exploring your next move, you can apply with confidence - our reputation is built on discretion, transparency, and long-term partnerships.
 
About Our Client
 
We are partnering with a highly reputable and rapidly growing boutique accountancy firm, renowned for its innovative approach and collaborative culture. Based in Shropshire, this firm prides itself on delivering bespoke, high-quality audit services to a diverse portfolio of dynamic SME and mid-market clients across various sectors. They foster a supportive and ambitious environment, offering excellent opportunities for career progression, continuous learning, and direct involvement in the firm's strategic growth.
 
About The Role:
 
As a Senior Audit Manager, you will be a pivotal member of the audit leadership team, playing a crucial role in the delivery of complex audit assignments and the development of the firm's talent. This is a highly autonomous role where you will be instrumental in maintaining existing client relationships, contributing to business development, and driving technical excellence within the team. You will have a clear pathway for progression, with opportunities to contribute to firm strategy and potentially advance to Associate Director or Partner level in the medium term.
 
Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage a varied portfolio of audit engagements from planning through to finalisation, ensuring strict adherence to professional standards (e.g., ISA, FRS 102) and internal quality control procedures.
• Take full ownership of audit budgets, resource allocation, and timelines, ensuring efficient and profitable engagement delivery.
• Supervise, motivate, and mentor a diverse team of audit professionals, including managers, seniors, and trainees, fostering their technical development and career progression.
• Cultivate and maintain robust relationships with key clients, acting as a primary point of contact and trusted advisor, identifying and addressing their evolving needs.
• Proactively identify opportunities to cross-sell value-added services and contribute to the firm’s broader business development initiatives and growth strategies.
• Review audit working papers, financial statements, and reports prepared by the team, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and high-quality deliverables.
• Act as a technical expert, providing guidance on complex accounting and auditing issues to both internal teams and clients.
• Champion continuous improvement within the audit function, embracing new technologies and methodologies to enhance efficiency and quality.

About You

• ACA or ACCA qualified with a strong academic background and significant post-qualification audit experience, ideally gained within a reputable mid-tier or Top 100 accountancy firm.
• Demonstrable experience in leading and managing complex audit assignments end-to-end, with a proven ability to handle multiple engagements concurrently.
• Exceptional technical knowledge of UK GAAP and IFRS, with a commitment to staying updated on regulatory changes.
• Outstanding leadership and team management skills, with a passion for developing and nurturing talent.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication (both written and verbal), and client relationship-building skills, capable of influencing at all levels.
• Highly commercially aware, proactive in identifying business development opportunities and contributing to firm growth.
• Motivated, meticulous, client-focused, and committed to delivering outstanding results in a fast-paced environment.

Next Steps
 
If you are a driven and experienced Senior Audit Manager seeking a challenging yet rewarding opportunity to join a reputable boutique firm with strong growth ambitions and a clear path to leadership, we would be delighted to hear from you.
 
Please apply now with a recent version of your CV.
 
For a confidential discussion about this role or other potential opportunities that align with your career aspirations, please do not hesitate to contact Marcus Barnes on marcus.barnes@tierpointpartners.com.
 
Equal Opportunities & Inclusivity
 
Tierpoint Partners is committed to promoting equal opportunities in employment. We warmly welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, irrespective of their background, race, gender, disability, age, sexual orientation, religion, belief, or any other protected characteristic. We believe that a diverse workforce brings fresh perspectives and contributes to a stronger, more innovative professional community.

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