Audit Assistant Manager

BDO is one of the world's leading accountancy and advisory organisations. We have clients of all types and sizes, in every sector, but that's only part of the story! At BDO you can be yourself - we value you as an individual and want you to realize your aspirations. You have a voice and your opinion counts. We give you the challenge and support you need and you are able to shape your own career according to your strengths, skills and personality. Working at BDO enhances your professional development at all stages of your career. Few firms offer the same breadth and quality of work, responsibility and experience. We recognize and reward your high performance and you have the opportunity to excel, progress and share in our success. We are clear on what we expect from you and what you can expect in return. We are currently seeking an Assistant Manager (permanent position) to join our Audit Team. You will be working as part of an experienced management team, working within a team of 25. Our large portfolio of clients cover a large industry base and we specialise in the non for profit sector, professional services, retail, and media industries. Key accountabilities: * Will be managing a team of junior members' of staff or coordinating a number of audit teams i.e. multi-project management and delivering direct to the client through junior staff * Job holders will be managing a full portfolio and using wider knowledge and skills to do more than statutory audit i.e. 'special work' e.g. due diligence assignments * Will be responsible for audits from planning through to completion and sign off * Will report directly to partner on certain engagements * Will be bringing solutions to table and resolving issues with clients including fee negotiation and cash collection * Time management, work in progress management, delegation, use of initiative, excellent communication and assertiveness are skills required for this level of management * Will communicate budget requirements to junior members of staff * Will be involved in delivery of technical training * Will be working towards departments strategic goals and objectives Relationships: * Will be a point of contact for larger clients' and primary contact for smaller clients' * Internal relationships are key; requiring a good understanding of the firm's objectives/strategies, how they impact on the department and the part the job holder and the team plays in achieving them * Will start to be more involved in selling other services of the firm, looking for opportunities and developing them * Will be sharing knowledge and experience with others including on the job training of junior team members * Assisting with preparation of clients' presentations including preparation of tender documents Knowledge & requirements: * Minimum two years PQE * Will be technically and professionally qualified including knowledge of FRS100 to FRS102 * Will be expected to have competent management skills and behaviors * Will have an understanding of the market/commercial awareness * Will be continuously developing overall business awareness and basic commercial awareness