Job title: Senior Audit Manager
Job type: Permanent
Emp type: Full-time
Industry: Public Practice
Salary from: GBP £65,000.00
Salary to: GBP £80,000.00
Job published: 22-09-2025
Job ID: 36517

Job Description

Astrum Search are seeking an experienced Senior Audit Manager to join a specialist Not-for-Profit (NFP) audit team. This is a fantastic opportunity to work with a diverse portfolio of clients, including charities, trade unions, and higher education institutions, while playing a key role in delivering high-quality audits and building lasting client relationships.

 

What you’ll be doing:

  • Manage a portfolio of NFP clients, ensuring excellent client service and audit quality.

  • Lead planning, supervision, and review of audit work.

  • Review statutory accounts in line with Charities SORP, Further & Higher Education SORP, and FRS102.

  • Supervise, support, and develop junior staff, including technical guidance and appraisals.

  • Oversee billing management and client administration.

  • Contribute to business development through tenders, marketing events, and writing articles.

  • Support staff recruitment within the audit department.

 

What we’re looking for:

  • ACA/ACCA (or equivalent) qualified, with significant post-qualification experience in audit.

  • Strong technical expertise and experience with Charities SORP and FRS102 (desirable).

  • Proven experience managing audit teams and client portfolios.

  • Excellent organisational, planning, and delegation skills.

  • Passion for working in the Not-for-Profit sector.

 

This role offers the chance to join a highly regarded, growing team with a strong presence in the NFP world. You’ll enjoy varied, meaningful work and opportunities to make an impact beyond the numbers.