Audit Senior Manager - Financial Services and ECL Specialist

We are searching for an experienced Audit Senior Manager - Financial Services and ECL Specialist.

Make an Impact at RSM UK

Are you a seasoned audit professional with expertise in the financial services sector? At RSM, we're seeking an Audit Senior Manager to lead IFRS 9 impairment initiatives across our audit and technical departments. In this high-impact role, you'll support our client-facing teams, collaborate with specialists, and help expand RSM's audit offering in banking, building societies, and retail lending.

As our IFRS 9 impairment lead based out of our London office, you'll develop and implement auditing methodologies for expected credit losses (ECL) across FCA-regulated entities. Reporting to the Head of National Audit Technical and Head of Audit Financial Services, you'll provide frontline support to Audit Engagement Principals, assist with tenders, and review IFRS 9-related communications. This is an opportunity to shape audit quality within the financial sector at RSM.

You will make an impact by:

• Leading the development and implementation of ECL auditing methodologies for FCA-regulated clients.
• Collaborating with sector and modelling experts to enhance audit quality and compliance.
• Creating training materials and supporting resources for IFRS 9 methodology.
• Assisting engagement teams with technical support, proposals, and the delivery of regulated audits.

What we are looking for:

We value diverse experiences and perspectives. Here's what we're looking for in our ideal candidate:

• Experienced Senior Audit Manager with a strong background in banking, retail finance, or commercial finance sectors.
• Extensive IFRS 9 impairment expertise, especially in ECL auditing for financial assets.
• Practical experience with ECL models, particularly in consumer finance.
• Exceptional interpersonal, project management, and communication skills.
• ACA, ACCA, CA, or CAI qualification (or equivalent).

What we can offer you:

We recognise that our people are our most important assets. That's why we offer a flexible reward and benefits package that will help you have a fulfilling experience, both in and out of work.

• Hybrid and flexible working.
• 27 Days Holiday (with the option of purchasing additional days).
• Lifestyle, Health, and Wellbeing including financial wellbeing benefits such as financial tools, electric car scheme and access to a virtual GP.
• Access to a suite of 300+ courses on demand developed by our inhouse Talent Development team.

Working here:

Thousands of personalities make up RSM and we believe the power of being you, is the power of being understood. Every member of our team brings unique insights and a passion for the middle market companies we champion.

As one of the world's largest networks of audit, tax and consulting firms, we deliver the big ideas and services that help middle market organisations thrive. Our global network spans more than 120 countries, but our passion is always the same: to help our clients move forward with confidence.

At RSM, we care about our people, it's what shapes us. No two people are the same, which is why our approach is tailored to their specific needs, beyond the nine-to-five.