Audit Senior Manager – Winchester

About the role

We are partnering with a well‑established accountancy and tax advisory practice in Winchester to hire an Audit Senior Manager. This newly created, permanent position will lead a diverse client portfolio, manage audit engagements end‑to‑end, and support the firm’s growth strategy.

Key responsibilities

• Lead and manage audit assignments from planning through completion, ensuring high‑quality delivery, budget control and client satisfaction.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for a portfolio of clients, handling ad‑hoc queries and building long‑term relationships.
• Identify opportunities for additional services, support new client wins and contribute to business development activities.
• Line‑manage and mentor a small team of junior staff, fostering their development and performance.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of audit procedures and wider compliance processes.
• Support tenders, proposals and other initiatives to raise the firm’s external profile.
• Stay up‑to‑date with audit and accounting developments and provide technical guidance and training to the team.
• Collaborate closely with partners and senior leadership to drive the firm’s growth strategy.

Required profile

• ACA or ACCA qualified.
• Approximately 5 years of UK accountancy practice experience, including at least 3 years post‑qualification.
• Previous experience at Manager or Senior Manager level within a UK audit practice (medium or mid‑tier firm).
• Proven track record of delivering high‑quality audits and managing client relationships.
• Commercially minded with an aptitude for business development and portfolio growth.
• Strong self‑starter with excellent communication, interpersonal and leadership skills.

Required skills

What we offer

• Competitive salary between £60,000 and £85,000 per year.
• Hybrid working model (three days in the office, up to two days remote) with flexible core hours (10 am–4 pm).
• 25 days holiday plus flexible options, holiday trading and additional service‑related leave.
• Dedicated Wellbeing Day each year.
• Entry onto a structured Management Development Programme.
• Regular employee recognition awards.