Overview
Our client, a leading national audit and advisory firm is seeking an ambitious Social Housing Audit Manager to join its award‑winning Not‑for‑Profit practice. This is an exceptional opportunity to develop a recognised specialism in social housing audit, working with one of the UK’s most respected teams serving charities, housing associations, and wider social purpose organisations.
With offices across London, the Midlands, and Manchester, this role offers genuine flexibility, hybrid working options, and the chance to shape your own portfolio within a supportive, people‑centred environment.
About the Firm
The firm is a nationally recognised provider of audit, tax, advisory, and consulting services, with a strong reputation for:
- Delivering high‑quality audit and assurance work
- Supporting clients that create meaningful social impact
- Investing in sustainability, digital transformation, and public‑interest work
- Offering clear career pathways and continuous professional development
Its Not‑for‑Profit and Social Housing practice is one of the most established in the UK, working closely with sector bodies and contributing to technical guidance and best practice across the industry.
The Opportunity – Social Housing Audit Manager
As a Social Housing Audit Manager, you will work with a diverse portfolio of social purpose organisations, including:
- Housing associations and social housing providers
- Charities and international NGOs
- Grant‑making bodies
- Schools, academies, membership organisations, and professional bodies
Many clients are household names or top‑100 charities. You will also have the freedom to develop your own areas of interest alongside your social housing portfolio.
This role is ideal for someone who wants to make a tangible difference in the social purpose sector, supporting clients to strengthen governance, financial management, and long‑term impact.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage a portfolio of external audit clients, delivering a high‑quality, year‑round service
- Lead multiple audit teams, ensuring work is completed on time and within budget
- Act as the principal point of contact for clients, providing proactive and insightful support
- Plan, oversee, and review audit engagements from planning to completion
- Prepare and present reports to senior management, Audit Committees, and Boards
- Coach, mentor, and develop junior team members
- Contribute to business development, networking, proposals, and presentations
- Support the delivery of wider assurance services where required
- Participate in firm‑wide training, technical development, and team initiatives
Technical Skills & Experience
Essential
- ACA, ACCA, ICAS (or equivalent) qualified
- Strong technical knowledge of auditing and accounting standards
- Excellent project management skills with experience leading complex audits
- Confident communicator able to engage senior stakeholders
- Strong people management and coaching capability
- Proficient in Excel and Word
Desirable
- Experience auditing social housing providers or not‑for‑profit organisations
- Knowledge of the Housing SORP or sector‑specific reporting requirements
Why Join This Firm?
- Clear, structured career progression with opportunities to advance quickly
- A collaborative, inclusive culture that values innovation and social impact
- Competitive salary, flexible benefits, and hybrid working
- Access to sector experts, technical specialists, and continuous learning
- A supportive environment that prioritises wellbeing and work‑life balance
- The chance to build a meaningful career serving organisations that improve lives and communities
Keywords
- Social Housing Audit Manager
- Social Housing audit jobs UK
- Not‑for‑Profit Audit Manager
- Housing Association audit
- Audit Manager social purpose sector
- Charity audit specialist
- Audit Manager London / Midlands / Manchester
- Social housing assurance
- ACA / ACCA Audit Manager roles