£55,000 £65,000 + benefits

Note:This role does not offer visa sponsorship. Please bear this in mind when applying.

• Competitive salary with progression

• Bonus scheme (details to be confirmed)

• Pension contribution

• On-site parking

• 25 days holiday rising to 30 days + bank holidays (with service)

• Long-term progression toward Partner level

• Supportive, growing independent firm

Are you a qualified ACA / ACCA professional looking to take the next step in your public practice career?

Our client is an established and well-regarded firm of Chartered Accountants in Northamptonshire, recruiting an Audit & Accounts Manager to support a growing SME client base. This is a hands-on role offering genuine responsibility, variety, and a clear pathway toward Partner-level progression for the right individual.

• Reporting directly to the Audit Partner, this is a full-time role with approximately 90% audit focus, alongside accounts preparation.

  Key responsibilities include:

  • Day-to-day management and delivery of audits

  • Audit planning and client meetings

  • Managing and mentoring audit staff

  • Supporting grant sign-offs (including automotive-funded projects)

  • Some travel to client sites (not all audits are remote)

  The firm undertakes around 28 audits, covering a diverse client base including UK groups, subsidiaries of overseas companies, manufacturing, food, software, construction, and recycling businesses (up to c.£75m turnover).Long-term progression toward Partner level

• ACA or ACCA qualified

• Background in public practice

• Strong audit experience

• Basic tax computation knowledge

• Familiarity with audit software (Mercia desirable but not essential)

• Enjoys being hands-on, not just reviewing work

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