Audit Manager - 18 month FTC

Warwick Nub News

unknown$720k-$780k/yrPosted Jul 7, 2026
Posting intelligenceActively listedReposted 6×, possible evergreen/ghost posting

About the role

Where

Leamington Spa

What

Banking & Financial Services

Type

Contract

Salary

65000 Annual

Immediate need for an experienced Audit Manager - Auditor to cover a maternity leave.

This Audit Manager opportunity offers something different. Joining an established and highly respected accountancy practice in Warwickshire, you'll step into a key leadership role overseeing a varied portfolio of owner-managed businesses, Group structures and complex assignments across a variety of industry sectors.

As Audit Manager, you'll have the autonomy to shape the delivery, mentor a close-knit team and work directly with senior decision-makers. With a manageable and local portfolio, plus the majority of work is performed remotely, you'll be able to focus on delivering quality work.

This is an 18-month fixed term contract covering maternity leave, making it an ideal opportunity for an experienced auditor seeking an immediate challenge, career flexibility or a chance to broaden their experience within a well-established practice environment.

What's on Offer

Base salary circa £60,000 - £65,000, negotiable

18-month fixed term contract to cover maternity leave

Local client base with limited travel requirements, some audits can be performed remotely

Exposure to a varied and interesting client portfolio covering a broad range of industries including manufacturing, engineering, automotive, care homes and retail/distribution businesses - maximum Group turnover circa £55million

Opportunity to work closely with senior leadership.

The Ideal Candidate

Previous experience managing external audit assignments within an accountancy practice

Comfortable leading audit teams and reviewing their work

Strong working knowledge of UK GAAP and compliance requirements, FRS 102 and/or FRS 102 Section 1A

Experience working with owner-managed businesses (OMBs) and Groups

Confident communicating with clients and senior stakeholders

Organised and able to manage multiple engagements and deadlines effectively.

Role Overview

Lead and manage audit assignments from planning through to completion

Supervise and support a small team, promoting development and continuous improvement

Manage workflow, scheduling and resource planning across the department

Act as a key point of contact for clients throughout engagements

Work directly with the Responsible Individual (RI) on delivery and reporting

Contribute to the ongoing development of processes and best practice.

Register your interest by applying today or call Ash Ball or Luke Scale on to discuss this opportunity further, always in complete confidence.

Addington Ball is a specialist finance and accounting recruitment consultancy covering the Midlands and Northern Home counties. We are a member of TEAM and are acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. Job ref - ABJ/261449 - Audit Manager

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