Audit and Accounts Director

Fletcher George Recruitment Ltd; Leatherhead; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Referral scheme (£500 vouchers)

Job summary

Fletcher George Recruitment Ltd is assisting a growing Surrey-based Chartered Accountants firm by appointing an Audit and Accounts Director. Based in Surrey, the role offers a defined route to Partnership and progress toward RI status, with flexibility to shape the role around your strengths.

You will lead audits, oversee statutory accounts reviews under UK GAAP, and mentor the team while developing client relationships and driving business development across the South East.

Qualifications

• Experience leading audit engagements in UK practice.
• Ability to build long-term client relationships and contribute to strategy.
• Mentor ACA/ACCA trainees and develop the team.

Responsibilities

• Lead audit assignments and oversee delivery across a diverse client portfolio.
• Support statutory accounts review under UK GAAP (FRS 102).
• Act as senior point of contact for clients, building lasting relationships.
• Work with Partners on growth and succession planning.
• Mentor and coach trainees within the team.

Skills

Leadership

Client relationship management

Business development

Mentoring

Education

ACA or ACCA qualification

Job description

Audit and Accounts Director Leatherhead area Surrey Partner Designate

Defined Route to Partnership RI Pathway Hybrid Working

Fletcher George Recruitment is supporting a growing firm of Chartered Accountants in Surrey with the appointment of an Audit and Accounts Director as part of its succession planning.

This is a leadership opportunity offering a clear and structured route to Partnership. Roles at this level within independent firms are selective, particularly where there is genuine scope to progress to Partner and achieve Responsible Individual (RI) status.

The Opportunity

This role has been created to support the firm's continued growth across audit and advisory services. You will work closely with the Partners, taking on responsibility for a varied portfolio of clients while contributing to the future direction of the firm.

The position offers flexibility to shape the role around your strengths, whether your background is more audit-led or broader across accounts and advisory.

The Role - Audit and Accounts Director

As an Audit and Accounts Director based in Surrey, you will take on a key leadership role within the firm.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Leading audit assignments and overseeing delivery across a diverse client portfolio
• Supporting statutory accounts review under UK GAAP (FRS 102)
• Acting as a senior point of contact for clients, building long-term relationships
• Working closely with Partners on strategy, growth and succession planning
• Supporting business development activity across Surrey and the South East
• Mentoring and developing team members within an ACA / ACCA training environment
• Progressing towards Responsible Individual (RI) status and Practising Certificate

About You

We are keen to speak with individuals who bring:

• ACA or ACCA qualification
• Strong experience within a UK accountancy practice across audit and accounts
• Experience operating at Senior Manager or Director level
• The ambition to progress to Partnership
• Interest in achieving RI status and a Practising Certificate
• A commercial and relationship-led approach to client work

Why This Role

• Defined and credible route to Partnership
• Opportunity to achieve RI status
• Flexible, evolving role aligned to your strengths
• Exposure to a broad and varied client base
• Salary band of £90,000 - £110,000 has been set by Fletcher George as a guide

The role is based in Surrey and is commutable from Woking, Guildford, Leatherhead, Redhill, Reigate, Horsham and surrounding areas.

Referral Scheme

We offer up to £500 in Amazon or John Lewis vouchers for successful referrals. Please ensure your referral mentions your name when registering.