Audit and Accounts Partner

EA First Compass House; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious accountancy firm in Cambridge is seeking a Partner in Audit and Accounts. The successful candidate will manage a diverse client portfolio, lead a collaborative team, and contribute to the firm's strategic growth. This role offers a highly competitive salary and promotes a work-life balance. Ideal candidates should be ACA or ACCA qualified with experience managing audit and accounts portfolios.

Benefits

Highly competitive salary and benefits

Supportive team environment

Flexible working arrangements

Exposure to a diverse client base

Qualifications

• Experience managing audit and accounts portfolios in a small to mid-sized firm.
• Confidence in leading and inspiring teams.
• Proactive and eager to contribute to the firm's development.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of clients and deliver high-quality audit services.
• Ensure exceptional service and timely delivery to clients.
• Contribute to the growth and strategic direction of the firm.

Skills

Leadership skills

Client relationship management

Mentoring and development of junior staff

Business development

Commercial awareness

Education

ACA or ACCA qualification

Job description

An established and highly respected accountancy firm in the local area has retained EA First to help recruit a Partner in Audit and Accounts. This is a rare opportunity for a confident and ambitious professional to take ownership of a diverse client portfolio and play a key role in shaping the future of the firm.

Our client is one of the region's most established and respected accountancy firms. The firm has strong roots across Cambridgeshire, Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire, a hugely loyal client base, and a collaborative team that values work-life balance.

The Role

As a Partner, you will manage your own portfolio of clients, delivering high-quality audit and accounts services, while contributing to the growth and strategic direction of the firm. Your responsibilities will include:

• Leading a varied portfolio of audit and accounts clients, ensuring exceptional service and timely delivery.
• Taking responsibility for billing, engagement oversight, and monitoring client performance.
• Building and maintaining trusted relationships with long-standing clients.
• Mentoring and developing junior staff while collaborating with fellow partners and directors.
• Supporting business development initiatives, including client referrals and portfolio growth.
• Contributing to the firm's strategic planning and ongoing success.

The Ideal Candidate

We are looking for a partner who is professional, personable, and ready to make a significant impact. The ideal candidate will:

• Be ACA or ACCA qualified, ideally with experience as a Responsible Individual (RI) or working towards this.
• Have experience managing audit and accounts portfolios, preferably in a small to mid-sized firm.
• Be confident in leading and inspiring teams while working collaboratively with colleagues.
• Possess strong client relationship skills and a track record of growing long-term connections.
• Be proactive, commercially aware, and eager to contribute to the development of the firm.

What's on Offer

• Highly competitive salary and benefits package
• A supportive, professional, and approachable team environment.
• Opportunity to take ownership of your portfolio and influence the future direction of the firm.
• A culture that values work-life balance, with flexibility including part-time arrangements.
• Exposure to a diverse client base, including charities, manufacturers, and SMEs.

This is a rare opportunity to join a well-established, respected firm and step into a high-profile leadership role.

EA First Ltd are acting as an Employment Agency for this permanent vacancy.