Are you a qualified (ACCA or ACA) audit or accounts professional, seeking more freedom and influence?This Audit & Accounts Manager opportunity based in Coventry offers something many don't - real influence, genuine flexibility with true work life balance, and the chance to work closely with ambitious clients, where your input adds value.You won't be stuck in a rigid structure or just ticking compliance boxes. Instead, you'll be trusted to lead, shape client relationships, and contribute to bigger commercial decisions.You'll join a growing, forward-thinking environment where its people are prioritised and development is taken seriously, with a pathway to be a Responsible Individual (RI) if desired.This is a career opportunity to manage your own portfolio, meaning you can build your career in a way that suits you.If you're a qualified practice professional looking for a firm that will invest in you, where you're respected and give autonomy, not micromanaged, this is well worth exploring.Role Overview Approximately 40% audit & 60% accounts remitManaging a varied audit portfolio with fees around £500k, largest client approx. £35m t/o, predominantly local or remote based clientsLeading large but not too complex audit assignments from planning through to completion, reviewing audit files and ensuring complianceInvolved in the preparation of year-end accounts, review draft accounts files to ensure compliance with FRS 102, FRS 105 and UK GAAPOversee team workflow, performance, budgets, delivery and development The Ideal Candidate ACA or ACCA qualified (or equivalent) with experience of managing a portfolio of clients and leading audits within a UK accountancy practiceComfortable reviewing work and maintaining high-quality standards, supervising a team and offering support & guidanceFamiliar with audit software including CCH, CaseWare & MyWorkingPapersStrong communicator who can explain technical points clearly and manage multiple deadlines effectively What's on Offer A starting salary up to £65,000 with annual pay reviewsHybrid working from home - 3 days office, 2 days from homeCore office working hours, flexible start / finish times28 days holiday, option to buy additional holiday days plus your birthday offClear progression and ongoing development supportEnhanced family benefits and wellbeing supportRegular social events and performance-related social fundReimbursement in full of one professional subscription per yearEnhanced maternity and paternity packageFree onsite car parking Register your interest by applying today or call Luke or Ashley on 01926 290 290 to discuss this opportunity further, always in complete confidence.Addington Ball is a specialist finance and accounting recruitment consultancy covering the Midlands and Northern Home counties. We are a member of TEAM and are acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. Job ref - ABJ/261420- Audit & Accounts Manager.JBRP1_UKTJ