Audit and Accounts Manager
CV-LibraryGuildfordpermanentPosted: 16 April 2026
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Location: Guildford, Surrey
Employment Type: Permanent, Full Time
Sector: Accountancy Practice / Audit & Accounts
TPF Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a well-established and growing accountancy practice in Guildford that is looking to recruit an Audit & Accounts Manager to join their team.
This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced practice professional to take on a varied and senior role, managing a portfolio of clients across audit and accounts while supporting the development of junior staff and working closely with Partners. The firm offers a collaborative and professional environment, with strong client relationships and a diverse portfolio.
The Role
As an Audit & Accounts Manager, you will take responsibility for managing client engagements, ensuring high-quality delivery across both audit and accounts assignments.
Key responsibilities will include:
Managing a portfolio of clients across audit and accounts
Leading statutory audits from planning through to completion
Preparing and reviewing statutory accounts for a range of clients
Conducting risk assessments and overseeing audit testing
Reviewing work prepared by junior team members, ensuring accuracy and compliance
Preparing and presenting management letters and audit findings to clients
Building and maintaining strong client relationships, acting as a trusted advisor
Supporting and mentoring junior staff, providing guidance and technical support
Managing workflow, deadlines and ensuring work is delivered efficiently
Assisting Partners with client development and advisory projects
Ensuring compliance with relevant accounting and auditing standards
RequirementsThe Ideal Candidate
The successful candidate will likely have:
ACA or ACCA qualified
Strong experience within audit and accounts in a UK accountancy practice
Proven experience managing client portfolios and leading audit assignments
Strong technical knowledge of UK GAAP and auditing standards
Experience reviewing and supervising junior staff
Excellent communication and client-facing skills
Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple deadlines
A proactive and commercially aware approach
BenefitsWhat’s on Offer
Competitive salary dependent on experience
Friendly and collaborative team environment
Varied and interesting client portfolio
Strong progression opportunities within a growing firm
Exposure to both audit and advisory work
For a confidential on this opportunity, or other accountancy practice opportunities, please reach out to Kourtney Luckett on (phone number removed), or via for a confidential conversation.
We have many Accounts and Audit roles across Surrey, and so if the role sounds great but the location or seniority isn't perfect, please get in touch for more local opportunities.
Refer a Friend...
We’re keen to remain the leading provider of top accountancy talent in the South East. To do this, we’re always looking to expand our network, and we know that great candidates like you can help us connect with other brilliant professionals.
If your friends, family or colleagues are considering a new opportunity and have relevant experience in accountancy or tax, we’d love to speak with them.
As a thank you, for every candidate you refer who we successfully place in a permanent role, we will give you £200 in Love2Shop vouchers. (Terms & Conditions apply)
Location: Guildford, Surrey
Employment Type: Permanent, Full Time
Sector: Accountancy Practice / Audit & Accounts
TPF Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a well-established and growing accountancy practice in Guildford that is looking to recruit an Audit & Accounts Manager to join their team.
This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced practice professional to take on a varied and senior role, managing a portfolio of clients across audit and accounts while supporting the development of junior staff and working closely with Partners. The firm offers a collaborative and professional environment, with strong client relationships and a diverse portfolio.
The Role
As an Audit & Accounts Manager, you will take responsibility for managing client engagements, ensuring high-quality delivery across both audit and accounts assignments.
Key responsibilities will include:
Managing a portfolio of clients across audit and accounts
Leading statutory audits from planning through to completion
Preparing and reviewing statutory accounts for a range of clients
Conducting risk assessments and overseeing audit testing
Reviewing work prepared by junior team members, ensuring accuracy and compliance
Preparing and presenting management letters and audit findings to clients
Building and maintaining strong client relationships, acting as a trusted advisor
Supporting and mentoring junior staff, providing guidance and technical support
Managing workflow, deadlines and ensuring work is delivered efficiently
Assisting Partners with client development and advisory projects
Ensuring compliance with relevant accounting and auditing standards
RequirementsThe Ideal Candidate
The successful candidate will likely have:
ACA or ACCA qualified
Strong experience within audit and accounts in a UK accountancy practice
Proven experience managing client portfolios and leading audit assignments
Strong technical knowledge of UK GAAP and auditing standards
Experience reviewing and supervising junior staff
Excellent communication and client-facing skills
Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple deadlines
A proactive and commercially aware approach
BenefitsWhat’s on Offer
Competitive salary dependent on experience
Friendly and collaborative team environment
Varied and interesting client portfolio
Strong progression opportunities within a growing firm
Exposure to both audit and advisory work
For a confidential on this opportunity, or other accountancy practice opportunities, please reach out to Kourtney Luckett on (phone number removed), or via for a confidential conversation.
We have many Accounts and Audit roles across Surrey, and so if the role sounds great but the location or seniority isn't perfect, please get in touch for more local opportunities.
Refer a Friend...
We’re keen to remain the leading provider of top accountancy talent in the South East. To do this, we’re always looking to expand our network, and we know that great candidates like you can help us connect with other brilliant professionals.
If your friends, family or colleagues are considering a new opportunity and have relevant experience in accountancy or tax, we’d love to speak with them.
As a thank you, for every candidate you refer who we successfully place in a permanent role, we will give you £200 in Love2Shop vouchers. (Terms & Conditions apply)