Assistant Manager, Corporate Audit - Cheltenham, UK
About Crowe
Crowe is a leading national audit, tax, advisory and consulting firm with global reach and local expertise. We are an independent member of Crowe Global, one of the top 10 accounting networks in the world, with access to more than 40,000 people in over 140+ countries and across more than 800+ offices globally.
Our vision is to be recognised as essential to the future success of our clients by helping them to answer tomorrow’s questions and make smart decisions that have lasting value through the highest quality audit, tax, advisory and risk services.
Crowe is where talented people can realise their potential, are successful and enjoy what they do by making a positive difference to our clients, communities and each other.
At Crowe, our aim is to create a community where regardless of gender, identity, sexuality, race, ethnicity, education or background, everyone is valued, can flourish and achieve their full potential.
Responsibilities
* Managing and undertaking statutory audits and being involved in all stages of the audit process from planning to completion.
* Showing initiative and taking responsibility for management of the audit and your team to ensure completion within the agreed budget.
* Acting as the principal contact for the client during the on-site fieldwork.
* Managing on-site teams and assist in the supervision and development of your team.
* Delivering high-quality work to tight deadlines.
* Supervising audit teams on site, reviewing the work of Associates and assisting Senior Audit Managers in project management and client liaison.
* Alongside other Assistant Managers, reporting to a Senior Manager on large complex audit assignments, as well as managing a small portfolio of clients as manager.
* Carrying out work profitably and on a timely basis, in accordance with the firm's professional standards and to the satisfaction of our clients and audit senior managers.
* Supporting the team in delivering a quality audit timetable and providing insightful comments to report to the client.
* Contributing to a continuous improvement ethos for the team.
* Managing and lead assurance and risk management projects – liaising with clients and preparing client reports.
Purpose of the role:
As a qualified Accountant, Assistant Managers in our Audit division are required to lead teams on a range of Audit assignments. This role requires a particular specialism in corporates.
* To adhere to deadlines, including prompt notification to the partner where problems are likely to arise or as they arise on each assignment.
* Can identify where other experts in the firm can provide relevant services to respond to client business needs.
* Manage work in progress and billing on client assignments.
* Undertake additional duties as reasonably required.
* Experience in working with complex groups, reporting structures and liaising with component auditors is highly desirable.
Technical skills, experience & knowledge:
* Able to provide practical, proactive business advice for clients, while referring more significant or challenging control issues to the partner.
* Demonstrates a thorough knowledge of business cycle controls, recognising the audit risks and business implications where controls are absent, ineffective, or inefficient.
Required Qualifications:
* CCAB body membership, e.g. ICAEW, ACCA, ICAS, ICAI, AICPA.
* Ensures adequate CPD is undertaken in relevant disciplines/client sectors.
Why choose Crowe?
At Crowe we understand that it is often the culture and values of a firm that are most important when looking for a new workplace.
Whether you’re working in statutory audit, corporate tax or you’re a marketing or HR specialist, we place our people at the centre of everything that we do; promoting a collaborative, inclusive and friendly culture while remaining passionate about supporting and developing our people as they build their careers. We listen to our people and adapt to their changing needs alongside the needs of our growing business. We invest in our people to help them be the best they can be.
We value new ideas and innovation, and welcome people who are committed to making a difference by delivering excellent services to our people, clients and communities.
At Crowe, you will find the specialist knowledge, the resources and the commitment to help you build a satisfying and rewarding career, with continued learning and development, highly competitive salaries and flexible benefits.
We want to create the best environment for our people to grow and thrive and recognise the importance of offering a flexible approach to our working environment, which we would be happy to discuss with you further.
Crowe is committed to equal opportunity and diversity in recruitment and employment. We value the differences that a diverse workforce brings to our organisation, driving effectiveness in our teams and providing our clients with a quality service.
Entry and progression within the firm is determined solely by the application of objective criteria, personal performance and merit which is supported by a clearly defined career pathway..
Closing Date: 18 December 2024
For further information, and to apply, please visit our website via the “Apply” button below.
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