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Audit Senior Assistant Manager


Job Location:

Blackburn - UK

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 11 July 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline: 8 October 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Job Description
Audit Senior / Assistant Manager
Salary: DOE
Location: Blackburn (Hybrid) Progression Opportunities

Join a growing firm where your audit expertise directly shapes client success

Our client is continuing its impressive growth journey and is now looking to appoint an experienced Audit Senior / Assistant Manager within their Blackburn office.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a driven audit professional to gain exposure to a broad client base develop leadership skills and take a meaningful step towards management and strategic advisory work.

The Role: Audit Senior / Assistant Manager

Working within a collaborative and forward-thinking audit team you will take ownership of audit assignments while supporting the wider business.

Key Responsibilities
  • Leading audit assignments from planning through to completion
  • Completing complex audit testing and sections across a range of industries
  • Preparing audit documentation reports and analytical reviews
  • Acting as a key client contact building long-term relationships
  • Reviewing and guiding the work of junior team members
  • Supporting senior staff in achieving operational and financial targets
  • Identifying opportunities for improvement and added client value
  • Supporting business development initiatives and networking

What Were Looking For
Essential Requirements
  • 36 years UK audit experience within practice
  • ACA / ACCA qualified or finalist
  • Strong knowledge of UK GAAP and auditing standards (ISA)
  • Experience managing audits and reviewing junior staff work
  • Strong client-facing and communication skills
  • Ability to manage deadlines and workload effectively
Desirable
  • Experience working with SME and owner-managed businesses
  • Exposure to complex audit assignments or group structures
  • Interest in progressing into management and leadership roles

Career Progression
  • Clearly defined pathway to Audit Manager and beyond
  • Ongoing professional development and mentoring
  • Opportunities to diversify into advisory and consultancy work
  • Involvement in strategic client engagements

Benefits Package
  • salary (DOE)
  • Hybrid working flexibility
  • 33 days holiday (including bank holidays)
  • Pension scheme with salary sacrifice
  • Private healthcare support
  • Electric vehicle scheme & charging facilities
  • Cycle to Work scheme
  • Study support and continuous development
  • Employee referral bonuses
  • Regular team events and social activities
  • Access to financial and mortgage advice services

Location & Working Pattern
  • Based in Blackburn Lancashire
  • Hybrid working model available
  • Easily accessible from Preston Burnley Bolton and surrounding areas

If you are an ambitious audit professional looking for career progression greater responsibility and a supportive environment wed love to hear from you.

Contact:
David Hawthorne-Finch

All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.


Required Experience:

Manager