Audit Partner

TPF Recruitment; Remote; GBP 100,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading accountancy practice recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Audit Partner (RI) to join their team in Kent, offering a salary of £100,000 - £250,000, depending on experience. The role involves acting as a Responsible Individual for audit assignments, leading audit teams, and enhancing client relationships. Ideal candidates will be ACA or ACCA qualified with significant audit experience. This position encourages professional development and offers a strong benefits package.

Benefits

Extensive benefits package

Competitive salary

Qualifications

• Audit Responsible Individual (RI) status is required.
• Proven experience in audit within a professional services firm.
• Strong working knowledge of regulatory standards.

Responsibilities

• Act as a Responsible Individual (RI) for audit assignments.
• Lead and manage audit teams, ensuring compliance.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for a portfolio of clients.
• Manage, mentor, and train colleagues within the Audit & Accounts team.

Skills

Client relationship management

Audit knowledge

Business development

Team leadership

Education

ACA, ACCA, or equivalent qualification

Job description

Job Description

TPF Recruitment, Kent's leading accountancy practice recruitment agency is currently working with a well-established and growing chartered accountancy practice who are seeking an experienced Audit Partner (RI) to join their team in Kent. You can be based anywhere in Kent! They are also open to candidate who are currently working towards their RI status. Our client is known for providing trusted, locally driven advice to OMB clients, 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 audit while being a key part of the practice's leadership team.

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 finalisation 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

Audit Partner Ashford

• You can be based from most locations in Kent!
• 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

Audit Partner Ashford

• Salary circa £100,000 - £250,000 depending on experience.
• Extensive benefits package.
• Please contact Tristan Finch for more information.
• 01227 533 007
• [e-mail]