About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Audit Manager to join our team at BDO UK. As a key member of our audit team, you will be responsible for managing a portfolio of clients across various sectors, providing assistance to partners on client work and team management, and playing a significant role in delivering our national Not-for-Profit strategy.
Key Responsibilities
* Manage a portfolio of clients across various sectors, including charities, housing, and education.
* Provide assistance to partners on client work and team management.
* Contribute to the delivery of our national Not-for-Profit strategy, including growth plans.
* Act as a major point of contact within the firm, responding to requests and keeping stakeholders informed of progress.
* Responsible for the financial management of a portfolio, including completing assignments within agreed budgets and timescales.
* Ensure assignments are staffed with the appropriate mix of knowledge and skills required.
* Ensure adherence to the firm's risk management and quality control procedures.
* Identify and recognize business and sales opportunities.
* Support partners and senior managers in developing new business relationships and business proposals.
* Recruit, retain, develop, and motivate employees, including participating in graduate recruitment and ensuring job appraisal documentation is completed within deadlines.
* Work as part of a management team to plan resources, attend merit rate meetings, and implement efficiency gains.
* Act as an ambassador for the firm, participating in office marketing events and staying up-to-date with the firm's services.
* Act as a role model for trainees and executives.
Requirements
* ACA/ICAS qualified or overseas equivalent.
* Previous experience of managing people.
* Good working knowledge of UK and International GAAS, IFRS, UK GAAP, and Financial Reporting requirements.
* Working knowledge of financial products, firm services, issues regarding advice and regulation, and compliance, including anti-money laundering.
* Experience of systems/controls testing as well as substantive auditing, including consolidations, group audits, statutory accounts, and disclosures.
* Project management experience.
About BDO UK
BDO UK is a leading accountancy and business advisory firm, providing advice and solutions to entrepreneurial organizations. We work with high-growth businesses that fuel the economy, directly advising owners and management teams leading them. Our focus on delivering quality audit work for the benefit of the public interest is our key priority.
We're committed to agile working, offering everyone the opportunity to work in ways that suit them, their teams, and the task at hand. We believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better, shaping the future together with openness and clarity.