Assistant Manager / Senior Auditor

Lead audits. Build relationships. Grow your career your way.

You know audit inside-out, but you’re looking for more than tick‑box reviews. You want a role where your ideas are valued, your growth is encouraged, and your work genuinely helps clients achieve their goals. At Forrester Boyd, that’s exactly what you’ll find.

We support - We’re happy to discuss flexible working options to support a healthy work and life balance.

We recognise - We celebrate and reward long service awards and promotions.

We socialise - We hold regular social events and offer plenty of networking opportunities.

We care - We give you access to Fortis Therapy and Training offering confidential advice and support.

We develop - We ensure staff have a wealth of technical and soft skill courses at their fingertips to enable ongoing learning and personal development.

What will your days look like?

No two days are the same here. You’ll have the freedom to manage your own portfolio and the support of a collaborative, down‑to‑earth team. Your week might include:

• Leading audits for a wide variety of clients - from owner‑managed businesses and groups to UK subsidiaries of international groups, and academies.

• Owning audit planning - scoping engagements, assessing risk, setting materiality and designing testing strategies.

• Attending and leading completion meetings, presenting clear findings and practical recommendations.

• Reviewing work prepared by trainees/assistants and coaching them to develop.

• Delivering non‑audit assignments, including preparation of statutory accounts and corporation tax computations.

• Getting involved in corporate finance and due diligence projects when they arise.

• Rolling up your sleeves for ad‑hoc projects that add value for clients and colleagues.

  This is a role where you’ll be trusted to get on with things, encouraged to share your ideas, and supported to develop into the professional you want to be.

Who we’re looking for

You will be ACA or ACCA qualified, or close to qualification, with strong experience in a practice environment. Beyond the letters, you’re someone who loves the buzz of client work and thrives in a fast‑paced, professional setting.

You will also bring:

• Excellent client service and relationship‑building skills.

• Strong technical judgement - applying standards and theory to reach logical, well‑documented conclusions.

• Precision and calm under pressure - able to meet deadlines without losing the detail.

• A collaborative, people‑first approach - supporting your team and leading by example.

• Clear communication - translating complex issues into simple, practical advice.

If you’re curious, proactive and ready to go the extra mile for clients and colleagues, we’d love to hear from you.

You will also receive

• 30 days annual leave - increasing with service (inc. bank holidays)

• Life assurance worth three time salary

• Purchase up to 5 days additional holidays per year

Why you’ll love working with us

At Forrester Boyd, we don’t believe in a one size fits all career path. You’ll be part of a supportive, ambitious firm that invests in your growth, trusts you to take ownership, and values your wellbeing as much as your output.

We offer:

• Flexible working options and genuine work-life balance

• Ongoing professional development and mentoring

• A friendly, approachable leadership team

• The chance to be part of a respected regional firm with a modern outlook

You’ll join a team that celebrates success, looks after one another, and takes pride in doing great work for great clients.

This isn’t just another tax role. It’s your next big step.