- 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)