Audit Director (RI)

TPF Recruitment; Reading; On-site; GBP 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an experienced Audit RI to join their growing team. In this pivotal role, you will lead audit assignments, ensuring compliance with regulations while delivering high-quality services to a diverse portfolio of clients. This position offers a unique opportunity to leverage your financial expertise and contribute to the firm's growth by identifying new service opportunities. With a focus on professional development and strong client relationships, this role is perfect for those looking to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment. Join a forward-thinking firm that values innovation and excellence in audit services.

Benefits

Private Medical Insurance

Free Parking

Career Progression Opportunities

Additional Benefits

Qualifications

• Proven experience in audit within a professional services firm.
• Audit Responsible Individual (RI) status is required.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage audit teams, ensuring compliance with regulations.
• Serve as the primary contact for clients, fostering strong relationships.

Skills

Client Relationship Management

Business Development

Team Leadership

Technical Audit Knowledge

Regulatory Compliance

Education

ACA

ACCA

Equivalent Qualification

Job description

Job Description
TPF Recruitment are currently working with a well-established and growing professional services firm seeking an experienced Audit RI. Our client is known for providing trusted, locally driven business advice to SMEs while fostering strong relationships and delivering forward-thinking solutions.

As an Audit RI, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality audit services. This position offers the opportunity to leverage your expertise in financial insights while ensuring regulatory compliance for their clients.

Key Responsibilities:

• Act as a Responsible Individual (RI) for audit assignments, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and standards.
• Lead and manage audit teams, overseeing planning, execution, and finalization of audits in line with firm and professional standards.
• Ensure audits are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest quality.
• Provide strategic guidance on financial reporting and accountancy practices.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for a portfolio of clients, fostering strong relationships and delivering exceptional service.
• Support client retention and growth by identifying opportunities for additional services.
• Develop and execute strategies for client expansion, including cross-selling services, generating referrals, and networking within the business community.
• Monitor audit and accounts processes to ensure regulatory compliance and mitigate any risks associated with client engagements.
• Manage, mentor, and train colleagues within the Audit & Accounts team, providing guidance on technical and professional development.

Requirements

• ACA, ACCA, or equivalent qualification.
• Audit Responsible Individual (RI) status.
• Proven experience in audit within a professional services firm.
• Strong working knowledge of regulatory standards.
• Exceptional technical audit and accountancy knowledge.
• Excellent client relationship management and business development skills.
• Ability to lead, motivate, and develop a team.

Benefits

• Salary circa £85,000 - £105,000 depending on experience.
• Private medical insurance (single or family).
• Free parking
• Further opportunities to progress within a rapidly-growing firm of Chartered Accountants.
• Other additional benefits - please give Joe Potter a call to discuss further.

Please contact Joe Potter on 01882206677 (tel), 07386668225 (mob), [e-mail], or via LinkedIn for a confidential conversation.