Crowe Watson Recruitment is delighted to be partnering with a highly regarded firm of Chartered Accountants in Crawley to recruit for an Audit Manager. This is an exciting opportunity offering a range of benefits including flexible working, a company pension, and much more. The successful candidate will join a supportive and forward-thinking team, taking on a key leadership role within the audit department. The firm has an excellent reputation for staff development and client service, making this a great move for an ambitious and experienced professional. As Audit Manager, you will be responsible for managing a portfolio of audit clients across a range of industries, ensuring that work is delivered to a high standard and deadlines are met. You will oversee and review the work of junior team members, provide technical guidance, and support the ongoing training and development of the team. The role also offers the opportunity to work closely with Partners and senior leadership, contributing to the strategic direction of the audit function. At Crowe Watson Recruitment, we pride ourselves on working with the very best accountancy firms in the UK. We take time to understand what our candidates are looking for and match them with roles that genuinely align with their career goals. If you’re ready for your next challenge in practice and want to work with a recruiter who puts your ambitions first, we’d love to help. Crowe Watson is acting as an Employment Agency, references to pay rates are indicative and salary is dependent on experience. Key Responsibilities Managing a varied portfolio of audit clients Leading audit engagements from planning to completion Reviewing work prepared by junior staff and providing feedback Ensuring compliance with relevant accounting and audit standards Building and maintaining strong client relationships Supporting the training and development of the audit team Requirements ACA/ACCA qualified (or equivalent) Must have a minimum of 4 years previous experience working within a UK Practice environment Strong technical knowledge of audit and accounting standards Excellent communication and organisational skills Proven experience in managing audit assignments and teams