Audit Assistant Manager – £48k hybrid role in Chester

About the role

Ready for your next step? If you are an ACA or ACCA qualified auditor who enjoys audit but seeks a better work‑life balance, more interesting clients and a clear progression path, this role offers a competitive £48k salary and hybrid flexibility in Chester. You will join a supportive firm that values manageable workloads and provides genuine opportunities to advance to a Manager position based on performance.

Key responsibilities

• Lead audits from planning through to completion.
• Manage your own portfolio of audit clients.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships.
• Support and mentor junior members of the audit team.
• Ensure audit quality standards are met and documentation is complete.
• Prepare and present audit findings to senior management.

Required profile

• ACA or ACCA qualified.
• Strong external audit experience.
• Excellent communication skills with leadership potential.
• Desire to progress career while maintaining work‑life balance.
• Proactive attitude with a focus on delivering high‑quality audit work.

Required skills

What we offer

• Supportive firm with manageable workloads.
• Clear progression path to Manager based on performance.
• Varied portfolio of quality audit clients.
• Hybrid working with plenty of flexibility.
• Competitive salary range of £45‑48k per year.
• Professional development and training support.