Our client, a leading mid-tier firm is seeking to hire an audit partner to join the partnership in the northwest to help lead the audit practice on a range of primarily SMEs /large private companies and some listed entities.
You will be responsible for overseeing and directing all activities and be the key relationship contact with clients and ensuring a high-quality service.
As an external audit partner, you will have ultimate responsibility for signing off the audit reports produced at the end of the statutory audit process on behalf of the partnership.
You will also be responsible for managing and retaining existing clients as well as engaging new clients.
1. Lead on manage a portfolio of clients
2. Develop new client relationships to ensure business growth.
3. Plan and manage audit procedures, ensuring they are completed by the set deadline.
4. Maintain up-to-date knowledge about company standards, policies and regulations.
5. Provide feedback reports and recommendations on findings and improvements.
6. Address client concerns
7. Monitor budget and WIP on assignments.
8. Oversee and sign off audits.
9. Hire new employees and select audit teams for client engagements.
Requirements
10. ACA, CPA, ACCA or equivalent qualification
11. RI Status and a focus on audit quality
12. At least 10 years of UK experience in external audit and most recently be operating at Audit Director + level.
13. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
14. Strong technical skills and knowledge of accounting standards and principles
15. Solid leadership and people management skills
16. High sense of integrity and professionalism
17. Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
18. Willingness to travel as required.
Benefits
19. Equity / Competitive drawdown and bonus /profit share scheme
20. Partnership opportunity for an existing Director
21. Flexible working hours and arrangements
22. Professional development and training opportunities
23. Superb range of benefits and culture.
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Categories: Audit and Risk Advisory Roles: Equity Partner Partner Locations: Manchester North UK Northwest UK