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Audit Director
Are you an experienced audit professional from a top 50 firm looking for a leadership role with real influence? We’re seeking an Audit Director who will play a key role in shaping our firm’s future, driving audit quality, and supporting our ambitious growth plans.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong technical expertise and leadership skills who wants to make an impact in a collaborative, forward-thinking environment. If you enjoy building client relationships, mentoring teams, and contributing to strategic decisions, this role could be the perfect fit.
Key Responsibilities:
Audit Leadership:
* Oversee the planning, execution, and completion of audits, ensuring compliance with UK GAAP, IFRS, and ISAs.
* Identify opportunities to improve audit process and increase efficiency.
* Provide technical leadership in addressing complex audit issues and risk areas.
Client Relationships:
* Serve as a trusted advisor to clients, offering strategic insights that extend beyond compliance.
* Manage a diverse portfolio of clients across various industries.
* Build and nurture long term relationships with clients, ensuring trust and satisfaction.
Team Development:
* Lead, mentor, and support the professional growth of the audit team.
* Ensure efficient resource allocation for timely, high quality audit delivery.
* Provide technical training and promote knowledge sharing.
Operational Excellence:
* Monitor key performance metrics such as fee growth, utilisation and recoveries.
* Ensure compliance to governance and risk management standards.
* Collaborate with other service lines to deliver holistic client solutions.
Business Development and Strategic Collaboration:
* Identify opportunities to expand audit services and attract new clients.
* Play a key role in the firm’s leadership, contributing to strategic growth initiatives.
What we are looking for:
Key Skills and Competencies:
* Professionally qualified (e.g., ACA, ACCA) with significant experience in leading audit engagements.
* Strong technical knowledge in UK GAAP, IFRS, ISAs.
* Proven leadership ability to develop and inspire teams.
* Excellent communication and relationship management skills.
* A strategic mindset with a focus on collaboration and innovation.
Qualifications & Experience:
* ACA, ACCA, or equivalent professional certification.
* Significant experience managing audit portfolios in a professional services firm (big 4 experience is not required; top 50 firm experience is highly valued).
* Strong understanding of UK auditing standards and financial reporting.
What we offer you:
At Streets, we value collaboration, innovation, and a personal approach. You’ll be part of a team that appreciates your expertise and supports your professional growth.
We offer:
* A dynamic and inclusive work environment.
* Career development opportunities, including mentorship and leadership training.
* Competitive salary and benefits, including:
* 25 days’ annual leave + bank holidays
* Employee benefits scheme with retail discounts
* Life assurance
* Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
This is a full-time role (38.75 hours per week) with flexible working options available. While office-based meetings are required as needed, we support a balanced work-life approach.
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We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of background.
Seniority level
* Seniority level
Director
Employment type
* Employment type
Full-time
Job function
* Job function
Accounting/Auditing
* Industries
Accounting and Financial Services
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