Assistant Manager

Description:

Price Bailey, an independently owned firm of chartered accountants and business advisors, is seeking an Audit & Assurance Assistant Manager to join their London-based team. This role provides exposure to a wide range of clients, including charities, financial services, SMEs, and large listed groups. The successful candidate will manage a portfolio of clients, oversee audits, and develop junior staff while contributing to business growth.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage own portfolio of clients, approximately 70% audit work and 30% accounts preparation, with a total fee income of c.£300K

• Review completed audit files and present to partner for final review

• Supervise and develop junior staff

• Oversee portfolio WIP, billing, and debtor control

• Assist senior managers in planning, controlling, and reviewing larger, complex assignments

• Develop commercial awareness through fee development and cross-selling activities

Requirements:

• Professional accounting qualification – ACA, ICAS, CA, or ACCA

• Experience in external audit engagements within a UK accountancy practice

• Knowledge of UK GAAP/FRS 102 and IFRS

• Client-facing experience

• Proficiency with audit software (Caseware) and Microsoft Office packages

• Ability to project manage multiple engagements and delegate effectively

• Commercially focused with the ability to identify new business opportunities

Perks & Benefits:

• 25 days annual leave (option to buy/sell up to 5 days)

• Private medical insurance

• Contributory pension scheme

• Life assurance (4x)

• Employee share scheme

• Family-friendly policies

• 2 days paid volunteering leave

• Cycle to work scheme

• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) including shopping discounts