Audit Assistant Manager

Know Capital; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A UK-based financial services firm is seeking an experienced Audit Assistant Manager to lead audit teams and manage various audit projects. The position offers excellent career progression and the opportunity to work in a dynamic, friendly environment. Applicants must hold ACA/ACCA qualifications with relevant experience in a UK accountancy practice. Competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package are provided.

Benefits

Private medical insurance

Pension

Discretionary bonus

Corporate rewards scheme

Free onsite parking

Early office closing on Fridays

Qualifications

• 1–2 years post-qualified experience in audit.
• Experience within a UK accountancy practice environment.
• Up to date with UK audit and accounting standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead audit teams on statutory audit assignments.
• Manage audit projects within budget and deadlines.
• Act as the principal client contact during fieldwork.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Attention to detail

Team leadership

IT skills

Education

ACA/ACCA qualified

Job description

Overview

Join Know Capital as an Audit Assistant Manager in a dynamic, friendly environment that offers excellent career progression and a supportive team culture.

Benefits

Competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package including private medical insurance, pension, discretionary bonus, access to a corporate rewards scheme, free onsite parking and office closing at 2:30 PM on Fridays.

Responsibilities

• Lead audit teams on a range of statutory audit assignments from planning to completion.
• Manage and ensure audit projects are delivered within agreed budget and deadlines.
• Act as the principal client contact during on‑site fieldwork, delivering high‑quality work under tight deadlines.
• Supervise audit teams onsite, review work, and contribute to the development of junior team members.
• Lead assurance and risk management projects, liaising with clients and preparing client reports.

Qualifications

• ACA/ACCA qualified with at least 1–2 years post‑qualified experience.
• Significant experience within a UK accountancy practice environment.
• Be fully up to date with UK audit and accounting standards.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work under own initiative to tight deadlines.
• Good general IT skills and previous experience managing and nurturing junior team members.

Application

Please apply if you meet the above criteria. We cannot accept applications from candidates who do not have the right to work in the UK or require visa sponsorship, including those on student or graduate visas. You must have experience gained within a UK accountancy practice. Due to the high volume of applications we may not respond to unsuccessful applicants; if we have not responded within five days please assume your application has not been successful.