Audit Associate Director (RI / Future RI)

Euro London; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading accountancy firm in London is seeking an Audit Senior Manager / Associate Director RI. The successful candidate will manage a portfolio of audit and accounts clients and lead audit assignments from planning to completion. Strong experience within a UK accountancy practice is essential, along with the ability to obtain Responsible Individual (RI) status. Ideal applicants should hold an ACA or ACCA qualification and demonstrate proven leadership and interpersonal skills. The position offers significant career progression opportunities.

Qualifications

• Strong experience within a UK accountancy practice environment required.
• Capability and ambition to obtain Responsible Individual (RI) status in the near term.
• Proven experience managing SME clients and group audits.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of audit and accounts clients.
• Lead audit assignments from planning to completion.
• Act as primary contact for clients, building relationships.

Skills

Experience within a UK accountancy practice

Managerial skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Leadership capability

Knowledge of UK audit standards

Education

ACA or ACCA qualification

Job description

Our client, a multi-disciplinary accountancy practice is looking to hire an Audit Senior Manager / Associate Director RI in their London office.

The ideal candidate will be a general practice associate director who has an audit and accounts focus and is either already a Responsible Individual (RI) or a senior manager who will be willing to obtain RI status and sign off audits. Candidates must be ACA / ACCA qualified.

The firm offers a wide range of general and specialist services, including proactive advice on business structures, tax planning and compliance, auditing, business acquisitions and disposals and international services through their overseas network.

Role Overview

The successful candidate will take responsibility for a mixed portfolio of audit and accountancy clients, working closely with partners and playing a key role in the ongoing development of the practice. This is a senior position with a clear pathway towards Responsible Individual (RI) status (or suited to someone who already holds RI status).

Key Responsibilities

• Managing a portfolio of audit and accounts clients, including SMEs and group structures
• Leading audit assignments from planning through to completion and sign-off (subject to RI status)
• Acting as a primary point of contact for clients, building strong, long-term relationships
• Supervising, mentoring, and developing junior staff, including involvement in training and recruitment
• Supporting business development initiatives, including identifying opportunities and assisting with pitching for new work
• Contributing to the firm’s audit quality and compliance, including engagement with ICAEW and other regulatory requirements
• Playing an active role in improving internal processes, systems, and overall efficiency within the audit and accounts’ function

Key Requirements

• Strong experience within a UK accountancy practice environment (essential)
• Either currently operating as an RI or demonstrating the capability and ambition to obtain RI status in the near term
• Proven experience managing SME clients and group audits
• Solid and up-to-date knowledge of UK audit and accounting standards, including familiarity with current audit methodologies and software
• Background in a reputable UK firm, ideally mid-tier or larger
• Exposure to group consolidations and more complex structures
• Experience with due diligence or transactional work
• Working knowledge of tax (useful but not a primary focus)

Leadership & Personal Qualities

• Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to build credibility and rapport with clients and colleagues
• A confident communicator, comfortable operating at a senior level
• Proven leadership capability, with experience developing and mentoring teams
• A proactive and commercially aware mindset, with an interest in driving improvements and implementing change within the firm

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