Are you an ACA/ACCA qualified Audit Manager with a passion for pensions? Are you looking for your next challenge? Do you love finding solutions to clients’ problems and adding value to their business? We are looking for a Pensions Audit Manager who is passionate, talented, and determined, to come and join our award-winning Pensions team in the Midlands. About the team… We are an energetic, self-motivated and dedicated bunch. We love to challenge the status quo, deliver amazing results whilst having fun along the way. Our team is committed to providing an exceptional customer journey and we are looking for someone with a similar mindset who can build relationships that last. About the day to day… You'll be working with with some fantastic clients of varying sizes, getting stuck into a diverse range of tasks and responsibilities, including; Manage a large portfolio of pension scheme clients, ensuring we deliver to deadlines Support a variety of Pension Trustees and Administrators, making sure to build strong lasting relationships Deliver high quality compliant pension scheme audits and accounts to clients Coach and train a team of appraisees Accurately review files Manage working capital on your client portfolio Manage and coordinate the completion of numerous jobs Support new business wins Support the development of other team members – lead, manage, coach and deliver feedback The role will also be designed to help you grow and develop through your career journey. With access to a wide range of knowledge to help push yourself further - from Managers to Partners, the team are always happy to support you. At Cooper Parry, we’re in it together. All we ask of our people is that they play all in. You’ll continuously strive to keep learning – whether you’re a trainee or a Partner – and you’ll be brave, stepping out of your comfort zone to tackle new challenges. Above all, be nice. A simple notion, but an irreplaceable part of what makes CP, CP. As a Pensions Audit Manager, you will be a passionate about pensions and auditing, with a ‘get it right first time’ attitude. You will need a keen eye for accuracy whilst ensuring high-level financial statements are produced to consistently support our top rate reputation in the field of Pensions Audit. You must be committed to providing exceptional customer service and building effective working relationships with clients. You will be/have ACA/ACCA qualified with recent practice experience Experience working at a managerial level within an audit team Experience managing a portfolio of clients and audit assignments Proactive, taking accountability for results delivered Strong project management skills with a planned and organised approach Able to ‘WOW’ clients and build strong relationships We’ve been dubbed ‘the rebels of accountancy’. So, we don’t give run-of-the-mill advice. We’re straight-talking. Never afraid to share our opinions. We put people and relationships before products and services, and deliver a streamlined, client-focused service – free from unnecessary red tape. That’s how we’ve become the fastest-growing accountancy firm in the UK, and we’ve never been the type to rest on our laurels. Over the last couple of years alone, we’ve achieved some fantastic feats: Partnered with Waterland Private Equity in July 2022, and are now on a lightning-fast growth journey Ranked No.1 in the Accountancy Age Mid-Tier Power Index in 2022 Best Companies’ No.1 Accountancy Firm & No.30 Best Large Company to Work For in the UK Became B Corp Certified in 2023 and we’re still the UK’s largest accountancy B Corp, measuring and improving our impact beyond business for a brighter tomorrow Came No.3 overall at the Inspiring Workplace Awards in 2024, against all businesses of all sizes in the UK and Ireland. We were recognised as “Best-in-class” for Inspiring Culture and Purpose, Wellbeing, Employee Voice and Employee Experience What's in it for you? Our people are the beating heart of our culture. We know that if you love working here, and you’re given the trust and autonomy to work in a way that best suits you, you’ll produce amazing results. That’s why we offer things like: A flexible approach to work - balancing working from home, in office or with clients A generous holiday entitlement No dress code – just “wear something” A multi-award-winning wellbeing offering to support your physical, mental, spiritual, and financial health Volunteering opportunities to work closer with local communities and charities Cooper Parry social/sports clubs Feeling supported and welcomed is such a big part of bringing your whole self to work. As an equal opportunities employer, we’ll work with you to ensure you have everything you need to develop your skills and achieve your best. Get in touch if you have any questions about our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion or about accessibility/accommodations during your application process. A note for Recruitment Agencies Agencies, we love you, but unsolicited CVs will not be honoured. We will only accept CV submissions for roles briefed to you by our Talent Acquisition team. If you’re interested in working with us, please message careerscooperparry.com. If we have anything we need additional support with, we’ll reach out to you. LI-MH1