Audit Associate / Semi-Senior - Manchester with ref.

Audit Associate - Manchester | Hybrid Working

My client is a leading professional services firm seeking an Audit Associate to join their growing Manchester audit team. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated ACA or ACCA student (2nd or 3rd year) to gain hands-on experience across a diverse and expanding client portfolio while receiving full study and career support.

The role is ideal for someone organised, commercially minded, and proactive, looking to develop technical and client management skills in a collaborative environment.

The Role As an Audit Associate, you will:

Work on all aspects of statutory audit engagements, from planning to completion, including group and single-entity financial statements
Support a varied client base, including AIM-listed organisations, complex groups with overseas links, owner-managed businesses, and charities/NFPs
Build and maintain strong client relationships and deliver high-quality client service
Supervise, coach, and mentor trainees
Benefit from one-to-one support from qualified staff and managers to develop your technical skills
Gain experience working on large and complex clients, providing opportunities for career progression

The Ideal Candidate

Studying ACA or ACCA (2nd or 3rd year)
Prior audit and accounts experience, preferably with exposure to CCH AP/AA and Inflo
Organised, motivated, and commercially aware
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the confidence to liaise with clients and partners
Positive, flexible, and professional approach, with a natural team player attitude
Preferred: driving licence and ability to travel to client premises

The Team & Office The Manchester audit team comprises over 40 staff, working closely with partners and colleagues across other service lines. The office, home to 6 partners and over 110 staff, is a modern, purpose-built space designed to support collaboration, hybrid working, and professional development.
What’s on Offer

35-hour working week with hybrid working (up to three days at home; core hours 10:00–16:00)
Competitive benefits including pension, life assurance, 25 days annual leave, and flexible family-friendly policies
Eligibility for the firm’s profit-sharing plan, paid annually in December
Exposure to a wide variety of clients and challenging audit engagements
Comprehensive training and study support, with clear career progression paths

Culture & Values My client is committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion, fostering a supportive environment where all individuals can thrive. The firm values technical excellence, integrity, enthusiasm, and collegiality, providing opportunities for professional growth while delivering outstanding client service.

For further information on this role please contact David Elliot at Clark Wood – david@clark-wood.co.uk / DD: +44 (0) 117 329 1058 | Mobile: +44 (0) 7358 908463

This role is ideal for candidates with relevant experience in a UK accountancy practice. Unfortunately, we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this position.

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