Audit Partner - Cumbria

Pro-Recruitment; Carlisle; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Smart working

People-focused culture

Leadership role

Job summary

Pro-Recruitment is partnered with a fast-growing North of England accountancy practice recruiting an Audit Director or Partner to join the senior leadership group. Lead diverse audit portfolios, advise business owners, and help shape growth strategy while developing future leaders in a collaborative culture.

The role offers market-facing responsibility, flexibility, and a route to long-term progression within a respected regional firm.

Qualifications

• ACA or ACCA qualified with RI status, or eligibility to obtain it in the near term.
• Strong experience leading audit engagements and managing client relationships.
• Deep technical knowledge of UK audit and financial reporting standards.
• Commercial awareness & an eye for identifying growth opportunities.
• A collaborative leadership style with a passion for developing people.

Responsibilities

• Lead a diverse portfolio of audit clients across sectors.
• Act as trusted adviser to business owners and senior stakeholders.
• Support development of high-performing audit teams and future leaders.
• Build relationships with intermediaries and key contacts across the region.
• Play a leading role in driving growth strategy and expanding regional presence.

Skills

Audit leadership

Client relationships

UK GAAP

RI status

Education

ACA/ACCA with RI

Job description

We're partnered with a highly respected regional accountancy firm that continues to be one of the fastest-growing practices in the North of England.

The firm has built a strong reputation across the region, supporting a diverse client base and continuing to expand its presence across the Northern market.

As growth continues, an opportunity has arisen for an Audit Director or Partner to join the senior leadership group and play an important role in the next phase of the firm's development.

This is a market-facing position offering the opportunity to work alongside an established and supportive Partner group, helping to strengthen the firm's audit offering, develop new opportunities and build relationships across the regional business community.

The Role

• Lead a diverse portfolio of audit clients across a range of sectors
• Act as a trusted adviser to business owners and senior stakeholders
• Support the development of high-performing audit teams and future leaders
• Build relationships with intermediaries and key contacts across the region
• Play a leading role in driving the firm's growth strategy and expanding its presence across the regional market

What You'll Bring

• ACA or ACCA qualified with RI status, or eligibility to obtain it in the near term
• Strong experience leading audit engagements and managing client relationships
• Deep technical knowledge of UK audit and financial reporting standards
• Commercial awareness & an eye for identifying growth opportunities
• A collaborative leadership style with a passion for developing people

Why Join?

• Join one of the North's fastest-growing independent firms
• Take on a visible leadership role within a highly respected practice
• Work alongside an experienced and supportive Partner group
• Opportunity to influence strategy and shape future growth
• Strong platform for further progression and long-term success
• Flexible, smart-working approach within a collaborative, people-focused culture

If you're looking for the opportunity to join a people-focused firm, influence its future direction and play a key role in its continued growth, we'd welcome a confidential conversation.