Audit And Accounting - Technical Director

Page Personnel; West of England; Hybrid; GBP 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit share

Hybrid working

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

Michael Page is recruiting a Technical Director for Audit & Accounting in Bristol, offering a hybrid working pattern. The role leads audit strategy, standards and regulatory compliance, shaping technical guidance and supporting quality across the firm.

You will influence senior stakeholders, develop resources and training, and drive continuous improvement in audit quality and regulatory readiness.

Qualifications

• Strong expertise in audit, financial reporting and regulatory compliance.
• In-depth knowledge of auditing standards, FRC requirements and best practice.
• Experience with Systems of Quality Management (ISQM 1) and quality monitoring.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical direction on audit and accounting matters to support accurate delivery.
• Review complex accounting and audit issues, offering practical guidance.
• Develop and maintain technical guidance for Accounting & Finance.
• Help teams apply audit and accounting requirements consistently.
• Review technical queries and provide well-reasoned responses for sound decisions.
• Identify areas to clarify and improve technical processes.
• Collaborate with colleagues to resolve technical matters and maintain standards.

Skills

Audit expertise

Financial reporting

Regulatory compliance

ISQM 1 knowledge

Stakeholder influence

Training & guidance

Tools

ISQM 1 tooling

Job description

• Lead audit strategy and technical excellence in a leading independent firm
• Influence firmwide compliance, training and regulatory standards at senior level

About Our Client

Our client is a highly respected independent accountancy and business advisory firm with a strong presence across the South West. Known for its collaborative culture and commitment to technical excellence, the firm provides services to a diverse portfolio of entrepreneurial businesses, owner-managed companies and larger organisations.The organisation places significant emphasis on professional development, innovation and maintaining the highest standards of audit quality. This is an opportunity to join a forward-thinking firm where your expertise will directly influence technical standards, regulatory compliance and long-term strategic direction.

Job Description

• Provide technical direction on audit and accounting matters to support accurate and consistent delivery.
• Review complex accounting and audit issues, giving clear and practical guidance for day-to-day work.
• Develop and maintain technical guidance for the Accounting & Finance department.
• Help teams apply audit and accounting requirements consistently across their work.
• Review technical queries and provide well-reasoned responses that support sound decisions.
• Identify areas where technical processes can be clarified and improved.
• Work with colleagues to resolve technical matters efficiently and maintain high standards.

The Successful Applicant

• Strong expertise in audit, financial reporting and regulatory compliance
• In-depth knowledge of auditing standards, FRC requirements and professional best practice
• Experience working with and maintaining Systems of Quality Management (ISQM 1)
• Demonstrable commitment to driving audit quality, compliance and continuous improvement
• Ability to interpret complex technical and regulatory matters and provide practical, commercial guidance
• Experience supporting quality monitoring activities, regulatory reviews and external inspections
• Skilled at developing technical resources, guidance and training programmes for colleagues at all levels
• Confident communicator with the ability to influence, challenge and support senior stakeholders
• Proactive approach to monitoring emerging regulatory developments and implementing change
• Collaborative, approachable and passionate about maintaining the highest professional standards

What's on Offer

• Directorship salary
• Hybrid and flexible working arrangements
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Significant strategic influence within the organisation
• Opportunity to shape technical standards and audit quality across the firm

People are at the heart of Michael Page. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment. As an inclusive recruiter we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities and experiences. If you require any adjustments or accommodations during the recruitment process, we'll work with you to ensure you can perform at your best.

• Profit share opportunity

Audit and Accounting - Technical Director • Bristol, England