Audit Associate Director

Insite Group; City Of London; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 102,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable accountancy firm in City of London is seeking an experienced Audit Associate Director to lead audit delivery, manage client portfolios, and work towards partnership. Ideal candidates are ACA or ACCA qualified, possess extensive audit experience, and have strong leadership skills. This role offers a salary of £90,000 - £102,000 along with excellent progression opportunities in a supportive culture.

Qualifications

• Current RI status or on track to attain RI in the near future.
• Extensive audit experience in practice.
• Strong technical knowledge of UK auditing and accounting standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee audit assignments from planning through to completion.
• Manage a substantial portfolio including SMEs and group accounts.
• Review audit files to ensure compliance with auditing standards.
• Provide technical expertise on complex audit matters.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Business development

Technical audit knowledge

Analytical thinking

Education

ACA or ACCA qualified

Job description

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Audit Associate Director | City of London | £90,000 - £102,000

We are seeking an experienced Audit Associate Director to join an established accountancy practice in City of London. This is an exceptional opportunity for a current Responsible Individual or experienced Senior Manager/Director to lead audit delivery and progress toward partnership while earning £90,000 - £102,000.

About the Role

This Audit Associate Director position in City of London is ideal for someone who is either a current RI or on track to attain RI status. With a salary of £90,000 - £102,000, you’ll lead the audit function, manage a substantial client portfolio, and contribute to strategic growth.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Lead and oversee audit assignments from planning through to completion
• Manage a substantial portfolio including SMEs, owner‑managed businesses, and group accounts
• Act as trusted advisor and key client contact, building strong relationships
• Review audit files to ensure compliance with auditing standards
• Lead, mentor, and develop the audit team
• Work closely with Partners to set and deliver departmental strategy
• Identify business development opportunities and win new work
• Provide technical expertise on complex audit matters
• Implement improvements to audit processes and team performance

About You

You’re a commercially astute audit professional with extensive practice experience and proven leadership skills. You’re a strategic thinker with ambition to progress to partnership and a genuine desire to lead change and develop others.

What We’re Looking For

• ACA or ACCA qualified with extensive audit experience in practice
• Current RI status or on track to attain RI in the near future
• Experience in an independent or mid‑tier firm
• Strong technical knowledge of UK auditing and accounting standards (UK GAAP, FRS 102, FRS 101)
• Excellent leadership and communication skills
• Commercially minded with business development experience
• Exposure to accounts and tax work

This Audit Associate Director opportunity offers excellent progression to partnership with a salary of £90,000 - £102,000 in a supportive culture.

Please note: Candidates must have the right to work in the UK.

Seniority level

Director

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Accounting/Auditing

Industries

Accounting