Audit Director

PRO-TAX RECRUITMENT LIMITED; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Pension scheme

Life assurance (4x salary)

Hybrid work options

Team events

Employee benefits platform

EAP

Referral bonus

Job summary

PRO-TAX RECRUITMENT LIMITED are partnering with a leading, rapidly growing firm in Leeds to appoint an Audit Director. The successful candidate will act as RI signatory on audit files and lead a high-performing audit team for a diverse SME portfolio.

This is a leadership role with significant scope to shape the audit offering, develop client relationships, and contribute to office growth, with a competitive £70k-£90k salary and hybrid working.

Qualifications

• ACA or ACCA with RI status.
• Strong track record leading audit teams and managing clients.
• Excellent interpersonal and client-facing skills.

Responsibilities

• Act as RI signatory on audit files and provide robust technical oversight.
• Lead on firm-wide audit compliance and technical queries.
• Oversee the delivery of high-quality audits to SME client portfolios.
• Build and maintain trusted client relationships as the go-to advisor.
• Develop and manage a high-performing audit team and mentor staff.
• Identify and provide added-value services to clients.
• Play an active role in business development and office growth.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Communication

Team management

Education

ACA or ACCA with RI status

Tools

Microsoft Office

Cloud-based systems

Audit software

Job description

Job Title Audit Director

Location Leeds

Salary £70,000 - £90,000

We have been briefed on a confidential role with a leading and rapidly growing firm who are seeking an Audit Director, ideally with their RI status to join their team in Leeds.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced professional to take on a leadership role in a forward-thinking and client-focused environment.

The successful candidate will work closely with the Partners to deliver a high-quality external audit service to a diverse portfolio of SME clients, playing a key role in shaping the future of the audit offering in the region.

The position also offers excellent career progression and the chance to contribute to the continued growth of the office and wider firm.

What you will be doing as an Audit Director

• Act as RI signatory on audit files and provide robust technical oversight
• Lead on firm-wide audit compliance and technical queries
• Oversee the delivery of high-quality audits to clients in the SME sector
• Build and maintain trusted relationships with clients, acting as their go-to advisor
• Develop and manage a high-performing audit team, serving as a motivational role model
• Identify and provide added-value services to clients
• Play an active role in business development, winning new work and supporting office growth

What you will need to succeed as an Audit Director

• ACA or ACCA qualified with RI status
• Strong technical knowledge of UK GAAP, FRS102, IFRS, and ISAs
• Proven track record in leading audit teams and managing clients
• Commercially minded and client-focused, with excellent interpersonal skills
• Comfortable with Microsoft Office and modern cloud-based systems
• A self-starter who enjoys working collaboratively and driving progress
• Must have a valid UK driving licence and access to a car

Why join this firm?

• Competitive salary
• Company pension scheme
• Group life assurance (4x salary)
• Flexible and hybrid working options
• Quarterly team functions and events
• Employee benefits platform (discounts & cashback)
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Referral bonus scheme
• Ongoing training and personal development
• Support for both professional and personal growth

As an employer, we are committed to ensuring the representation of people from all backgrounds regardless of their gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, race, religion, ethnicity, age, neurodiversity, disability status, or any other aspect which makes them unique. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds to apply and would encourage you to let us know if there are steps, we can take to ensure that your recruitment process enables you to present yourself in a way that makes you comfortable.