Audit Director

Meraki Talent; West of England; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Meraki Talent is seeking an Audit Director to lead a portfolio of SME audit clients across the South West. You will oversee planning, budgeting, resources and delivery while acting as a trusted adviser to owner-managed businesses, providing strategic guidance and maintaining high levels of client satisfaction.

The role focuses on building long-term relationships, guiding teams, and driving growth through service excellence across diverse industries in the region.

Qualifications

• ACA/ACCA or equivalent professional qualification is required.
• Strong IFRS and UK GAAP knowledge.
• Extensive experience leading audits across diverse industries.
• Proven ability to manage large client portfolios and multiple engagements.

Responsibilities

• Lead a portfolio of SME audit clients across the South West.
• Oversee end-to-end audit process: planning, budgeting, resource allocation and delivery.
• Act as adviser to owner-managed businesses with commercial and strategic guidance.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships with high service standards.
• Identify risks, opportunities and areas for improvement; contribute to growth initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

Client relationship management

IFRS knowledge

UK GAAP knowledge

Education

ACA/ACCA or equivalent qualification

Job description

Our client is a highly respected and well-established accountancy firm with a strong presence across the South West of England. Known for delivering exceptional client service and building long-standing relationships with businesses throughout the region, they are now seeking an experienced Audit Director to join their senior leadership team. This opportunity is ideal for a driven professional looking to take ownership of a significant client portfolio, support the growth of ambitious businesses, and play a key role in developing both people and services.

Responsibilities

As an Audit Director, you will:

• Lead a portfolio of SME audit clients across a diverse range of sectors throughout the South West.
• Oversee the end-to-end audit process, including planning, budgeting, resource allocation, and successful delivery.
• Act as a trusted adviser to owner-managed businesses and entrepreneurial clients, providing both commercial and strategic guidance.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships, ensuring the highest standards of service and client satisfaction.
• Identify and assess complex business challenges, highlighting key risks, opportunities, and areas for improvement.
• Contribute to the continued growth and success of the firm through leadership, business development, and service excellence initiatives.

Requirements

As an Audit Director, you will need:

• ACA, ACCA, or equivalent professional qualification.
• Strong technical knowledge of IFRS and UK GAAP.
• Extensive experience leading audits for clients across a variety of industries.
• A proven ability to manage substantial client portfolios and oversee multiple engagements simultaneously.
• Strong leadership skills with a passion for coaching, mentoring, and developing high-performing teams.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities, with a client-focused approach.