External Audit Manager

About the role:

The Central Practice consists of 5 networked offices in Birmingham, the East Midlands, Milton Keynes, Bristol, and Cardiff. With a rapidly growing, dynamic marketplace, more than 500 clients and some 600 partners and staff in the region, the Central Audit practice is a great place to build a career. We've a wide variety of clients from entrepreneurial start-ups through to major public sector organisations, FTSE 100 members, and large global businesses.
As a Manager, you'll lead a team of forward-thinking individuals to deliver high quality audits. You'll gain in-depth knowledge into how businesses run, gain direct access to internal stakeholders and clients, and work with an unrivalled range of organisations we audit. A rewarding career path awaits, join our team to develop yourself as a professional and benefit from the wide range of development opportunities available at PwC.
The role may involve occasional travel to other offices as required.

What your days will look like:

• Leading multi-location teams, using your team and relationship management skills to ensure the delivery of high-quality audit work - from planning to completion of an audit, including the review of financial statements, ensuring that it meets PwC and regulatory standards;
• Building meaningful relationships and demonstrating curiosity that will allow you to have insightful conversations and provide visible challenge during the audit;
• Managing the financial and resource aspects of audit engagements, demonstrating a commercial approach throughout;
• Leading on internal projects supporting PwC and the lines of service, as well as acting as a role model, mentor, and coach for junior staff members in your business unit;
• Supporting your team's technical and personal development and identifying where they may require further support.

This role is for you if:

• Must possess a ACA / ACCA / ICAS qualified accountant or Chartered Accountant Qualification (or an international equivalent) or have equivalent work experience. This includes international candidates who qualify through experience in their home country;
• Experience of IFRS and/or UK GAAP and international standards on auditing;
• Strong project management skills and experience managing an audit from planning to completion;
• Ability to establish and nurture positive relationships across all levels - both internally and externally;
• Drives innovative thinking and supports others through change and uncertainty to overcome hurdles;

What you'll receive from us:

No matter where you may be in your career or personal life, our benefits are designed to add value and support, recognising and rewarding you fairly for your contributions.

We offer a range of benefits including empowered flexibility and a working week split between office, home and client site; private medical cover and 24/7 access to a qualified virtual GP; six volunteering days a year and much more.