Audit Director (London) with GP Certificate – £100k to £120k

Warner Scott Recruitment; City Of London; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious recruitment agency is seeking an Audit Director for a well-established Chartered Accountancy firm in London. This pivotal role involves strategic leadership, managing client relationships, and mentoring future leaders. Candidates should have ACA or ACCA qualifications with significant post-qualified experience. Competitive salary package ranging from £100k to £120k, and a robust opportunity for professional growth await the ideal candidate.

Benefits

Competitive remuneration package

Long-term progression potential

Professional leadership support

Qualifications

• 7+ years post-qualified experience in an accounting practice.
• Experience in managing a broad client portfolio.
• Strong understanding of business and tax fundamentals.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership and oversight of accounting services.
• Manage and develop a client portfolio.
• Mentor and develop junior team members.

Skills

Leadership

Client relationship management

Strategic mindset

Communication

Technical expertise in UK GAAP

Education

ACA / ACCA qualification

General Practising Certificate

Job description

Audit Director (London) with GP Certificate – £100k to £120k

Director - Accounting & Business Advisory (City of London) - £100k - £120k

A rare senior leadership opportunity for an accomplished practice professional ready to step into a true directorial role.

About the Opportunity

We are partnering with a well-established, highly reputable Chartered Accountancy firm based in the City of London to appoint an experienced Director to join their expanding Accounting & Business Advisory division.

This is a strategic, client-facing leadership role - not a pure audit appointment - ideal for a senior professional who thrives on shaping client relationships, providing high-level advisory, and influencing firmwide direction. You will join a respected practice known for its technical excellence, high-touch client service, and collaborative culture.

What You'll Be Doing

As a Director, you'll play a central role in the continued growth and evolution of the firm. Your remit will include:

• Taking full directorial responsibility across both the firm and your client portfolio, providing strategic leadership and oversight of accounting services.
• Managing and developing your own portfolio, ensuring high-quality financial reporting, compliance, and commercial advisory support.
• Acting as a trusted advisor to business owners, boards, and senior stakeholders across a diverse mix of SME's, OMB's and professional services clients.
• Strengthening and deepening client relationships, acting as their primary point of contact for all accounting and business advisory matters.
• Mentoring, coaching, and developing rising talent within the accounting team, helping shape the next generation of future leaders.
• Contributing to firm-level strategy, including planning, governance, business development, and operational improvement.
• Ensuring best-in-class compliance with UK GAAP, regulatory requirements, and internal quality standards.

What You'll Bring

To succeed in this role, you'll be a confident leader with strong practice experience and the credibility to operate at directorial level. You'll ideally bring:

• ACA / ACCA qualification with 7+ years post-qualified experience within practice.
• A current General Practising Certificate (GPC).
• Proven experience managing a broad client portfolio and delivering high-quality advisory.
• Strong technical expertise across UK GAAP, accounting standards, and business/tax fundamentals.
• A commercial and strategic mindset, with the ability to guide clients on the bigger picture.
• Natural people leadership skills and a passion for developing high-performing teams.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities.
• A fee-following is advantageous but not essential.

Why This Role Stands Out

This is an exceptional opportunity for someone seeking:

• A genuine directorship within a respected London practice.
• A strong, competitive remuneration package.
• A role with real influence over firm strategy, culture, and growth.
• A supportive and professional leadership team.
• Access to a diverse and interesting client base - with plenty of scope to shape and scale your portfolio.
• Long-term progression potential and the chance to make a visible impact.

How to Apply

If you're an experienced practice professional looking for a leadership role where you can truly make your mark, I'd love to hear from you.

Please submit your CV - or contact me directly for a confidential conversation.