Description
Crowe Watson Recruitment, highly regarded for our candidate-focused approach and commitment to long-term career development, is delighted to be working with a reputable firm of Chartered Accountants in Exeter to appoint an experienced Audit and Accounts Manager. This is an exceptional opportunity to join a forward-thinking Practice offering modern benefits, strong leadership, and a genuinely supportive environment for ambitious professionals.
In this pivotal role, you will manage a diverse portfolio of audit and non-audit clients, oversee high-quality assignments, and lead a motivated team. The firm places great value on delivering exemplary service, ensuring that managers have the autonomy, tools, and guidance needed to support both client success and internal growth. With opportunities to shape processes and mentor junior staff, this position is ideal for someone who thrives in a dynamic and collaborative setting.
The successful candidate will bring solid practice experience, strong technical skills, and the confidence to manage client relationships at a senior level. Whether you’re an established Manager or an ambitious Assistant Manager ready to step up, this firm offers excellent prospects and long-term progression. You might not meet all the criteria, but if you are passionate about developing yourself and your career, we’d love to hear from you.
Crowe Watson is acting as an Employment Agency, references to pay rates are indicative and salary is dependent on experience.
Key Responsibilities
Managing a mixed portfolio of audit and accounts clients across various sectors
Leading audit assignments from planning through to completion
Reviewing financial statements, tax computations, and working papers
Supervising, mentoring, and developing junior team members
Building and maintaining strong client relationships, acting as a key point of contact
Supporting Partners with advisory projects and business development where required
Requirements
ACA/ACCA qualified (or equivalent)
At least five years' experience working within a UK Practice environment
Proven experience managing audits and accounts engagements
Strong technical knowledge of UK GAAP and audit standards
Excellent communication, leadership, and organisational skills
Ability to manage deadlines and multiple workloads effectively
In this pivotal role, you will manage a diverse portfolio of audit and non-audit clients, oversee high-quality assignments, and lead a motivated team. The firm places great value on delivering exemplary service, ensuring that managers have the autonomy, tools, and guidance needed to support both client success and internal growth. With opportunities to shape processes and mentor junior staff, this position is ideal for someone who thrives in a dynamic and collaborative setting.
The successful candidate will bring solid practice experience, strong technical skills, and the confidence to manage client relationships at a senior level. Whether you’re an established Manager or an ambitious Assistant Manager ready to step up, this firm offers excellent prospects and long-term progression. You might not meet all the criteria, but if you are passionate about developing yourself and your career, we’d love to hear from you.
Crowe Watson is acting as an Employment Agency, references to pay rates are indicative and salary is dependent on experience.
Key Responsibilities
Managing a mixed portfolio of audit and accounts clients across various sectors
Leading audit assignments from planning through to completion
Reviewing financial statements, tax computations, and working papers
Supervising, mentoring, and developing junior team members
Building and maintaining strong client relationships, acting as a key point of contact
Supporting Partners with advisory projects and business development where required
Requirements
ACA/ACCA qualified (or equivalent)
At least five years' experience working within a UK Practice environment
Proven experience managing audits and accounts engagements
Strong technical knowledge of UK GAAP and audit standards
Excellent communication, leadership, and organisational skills
Ability to manage deadlines and multiple workloads effectively