Audit Director (RI)

TN United Kingdom; Reading; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established professional services firm is seeking an experienced Audit RI to deliver high-quality audit services. In this role, you will leverage your financial insights to ensure regulatory compliance while managing audit teams and building strong client relationships. This position offers opportunities for progression within a rapidly-growing firm, making it an exciting prospect for those looking to advance their careers in accountancy. Join a dynamic team where your expertise will be valued and your contributions will directly impact client satisfaction and business growth.

Benefits

Private medical insurance

Free parking

Opportunities for progression

Referral bonuses

Qualifications

• Proven experience in audit within a professional services firm.
• Strong working knowledge of regulatory standards and exceptional technical audit knowledge.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Audit RI status

Client relationship management

Business development

Technical audit knowledge

Regulatory standards knowledge

Team leadership

Job description

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TPF Recruitment is 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:

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

Requirements

• 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.
• Private medical insurance (single or family).
• Free parking.
• Opportunities for progression within a rapidly-growing firm of Chartered Accountants.
• Other benefits - please contact Joe Potter to discuss further.

Contact Joe Potter at 01882206677 (tel), 07386668225 (mob), or via LinkedIn for a confidential conversation.

We aim to remain the leading provider of top accountancy talent in the South-East. We are continually expanding our network and appreciate candidates like you who can introduce us to other talented professionals. We seek to collaborate with the best accountancy practices and tax staff in the South-East. If your friends, family, or colleagues are interested in new opportunities and have relevant experience, we'd love to speak with them.

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