Audit Director

• A range of flexible benefits
• Clear pathway to Partner

About Our Client

This accountancy practice is a well-established business advisory firm based in the North East of England. With several decades of experience serving clients, they've built a strong reputation for providing comprehensive accounting, tax, corporate finance, and business advisory services.
The firm employs a team of approximately 130 professionals across various service lines, including audit, accounting, tax, payroll, and corporate finance. They primarily serve SMEs, owner-managed businesses, and growing enterprises across various sectors including manufacturing, technology, construction, and professional services.

Job Description

• Serve as a Responsible Individual (RI) signing off on audit reports and taking ultimate responsibility for audit quality
• Lead, manage, and develop the audit team, providing technical direction and mentorship
• Build and maintain strong client relationships at senior stakeholder level
• Oversee complex audit engagements from planning through to completion
• Ensure all audit work complies with relevant regulatory standards, firm methodologies, and quality control procedures
• Identify and manage audit risks effectively
• Drive business development initiatives and contribute to practice growth
• Collaborate with partners and other service lines to deliver integrated solutions
• Stay current with evolving audit regulations, standards, and industry trends
• Contribute to the strategic direction of the audit practice

The Successful Applicant

• ACA/ACCA qualified with current RI status
• Minimum 8+ years post-qualification experience in audit, including 3+ years at senior management level
• Proven track record of managing diverse audit portfolios and complex engagements
• Excellent technical knowledge of UK GAAP
• Strong understanding of current regulatory requirements and audit quality frameworks
• Demonstrable experience in business development and client relationship management
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Commercial awareness and strategic thinking capabilities

What's on Offer

• Private medical insurance
• Health cash plan
• Employee assistance programme
• Permanent health insurance
• Wellness benefits, including corporate rates at a nearby gym
• Complimentary parking
• 25 days annual leave with opportunities to buy and accrue more
• Life assurance coverage (4x salary)