Audit Associate Director

Michael Page (UK); England; On-site; GBP 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

An established accountancy practice in the UK is seeking an experienced auditor to lead engagements and ensure compliance with professional standards. The role involves managing client relationships, mentoring junior team members, and providing technical expertise within the business services sector. Ideal candidates will hold a professional qualification such as ACA or ACCA and possess strong leadership skills. Competitive salary up to £95,000 and various benefits including free parking and private medical cover are offered.

Benefits

Free parking

Company car scheme

Private medical cover

Wider company benefits via a portal

Qualifications

• Must have a professional qualification such as ACA or ACCA.
• Effective communication skills for managing client relationships.
• Ability to mentor and guide junior team members.

Responsibilities

• Lead audit engagements ensuring compliance with standards.
• Manage client relationships as a trusted advisor.
• Review audit workpapers and reports for accuracy.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Leadership

Proactive problem-solving

Education

Recognised professional qualification (ACA, ACCA)

Job description

• Firm committed to staying independently owned
• Large and growing independent practice

About Our Client

An independently owned accountancy practice based across multiple sites in the Midlands. This firm has a large and established owner managed business client based but has also expanded more recently to service larger clients, including those reporting to IFRS accounting standards.

Job Description

• Leading audit engagements and ensuring compliance with professional standards.
• Providing technical expertise to team members and clients within the business services sector.
• Managing client relationships and acting as a trusted advisor in all audit-related matters.
• Supervising and mentoring junior team members to enhance their professional development.
• Reviewing and approving audit workpapers and reports to ensure accuracy and quality.
• Assisting in business development initiatives, including client pitches and proposals.
• Ensuring adherence to internal policies and external regulations within the Accounting & Finance department.
• Identifying and implementing opportunities for process improvement and efficiency.

The Successful Applicant

• A recognised professional qualification (ACA, ACCA), an RI qualification would be preferable
• Excellent communication skills for managing client relationships effectively
• Leadership and mentoring abilities to guide junior team members
• A proactive approach to identifying and solving problems

What's on Offer

• Salary up to £95,000
• Based from one of three offices
• Free parking
• Company car scheme
• Private medical cover
• Wider company benefits via a portal