Audit Senior Manager (COL024)

LB Group is a leading, UK Top 40 Accountancy firm. With a heritage spanning over 60 years, we have more than 400 accountancy professionals based in Stratford, Colchester, Chelmsford, Ipswich, Halstead, Harlow, Orpington, Sidcup and Sutton. We advise businesses, government and public sector organisations and individuals in the UK and internationally across seven principal practice groups: Accountancy & Advisory, Tax and Planning, Audit Services, Corporate Finance, Digital Solutions, Payroll and Financial Planning.

We have invested continuously in technology and gained in-depth knowledge across a broad range of markets, growing through acquisitions and private investment. We offer an exceptional service to our clients, with access to our sector experts to develop the strategy that will help them reach their goals. We keep a finger on the industry pulse, so our clients receive the best short to medium and long-term advice. 

The post holder will be expected to operate in line with our workplace values “RIALTO”. Respect, Integrity, Aspire, Learn, Teamwork and Ownership. LB Group appreciates all its employees with people at the heart of what we do, to ensure we are authentic, warm and relatable to those we serve.

Purpose of the role:
LB Group is recruiting for an Audit Senior Manager in our Colchester office. The Senior Manager role will be client facing, requiring a candidate who can demonstrate an excellent track record in Audit Practice with the ability to manage a team of Auditors.

Accountabilities:
The Senior Manager role will work closely with other Directors across the Group, responsibilities will include: 

· Managing and planning the execution and completion of audits reporting to the senior leadership team.
· Managing a team of Managers and Auditors.
· Develop strong client relationships with regular attendance at client meetings.
· Completion of own compliance work including running sizable audit client portfolio.
· Review of budgets and projections prepared by staff.
· Liaise with financial institutions such as Banks, Factoring Companies, etc.
· Ensure quality of work and all practice procedures conform with regulations and LB protocols and methodology.
· Play a key role in the training of staff and maintaining a high technical level.
· Attend external events and represent the business in a professional manner.

Skills/Qualifications:
The ideal individual will be accomplished in all areas of auditing and possess strong interpersonal and communication skills  You will have experience in: 

· Delegating and supervising team members on all financial related assignments.  
· Delivering results and meeting client/Partner/Manager expectations. 
· Experience in mentoring and training staff. 
· Excellent organisational and time management.  
· Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.  

Use the ‘Apply Now’ link to view the role and benefits package.