Audit Partner (RI)

Sumer Group Holdings Limited; Swindon; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Audit Partner (RI) to join their dynamic team in Swindon. This role offers a unique opportunity to lead strategic initiatives, enhance client relationships, and uphold the highest standards of audit quality. As a key figure in a collaborative environment, you will inspire and mentor high-performing teams while driving business growth. With a commitment to personal and professional development, this firm values innovation and teamwork, ensuring every member contributes to a positive impact on the community. If you are results-driven and passionate about client service, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Private health insurance

Healthcare cash plan

Employee assistance program

Flexible working arrangements

Enhanced maternity and paternity pay

Life assurance

Pension scheme

Volunteer leave

Social events

Cycle-to-work scheme

Qualifications

• Must hold RI status and have extensive post-qualification experience in external audit.
• Proven track record in leading complex audit engagements for SMEs.

Responsibilities

• Define and execute the vision for the audit practice, aligning with broader goals.
• Lead business development efforts to expand the audit practice.

Skills

Client Relationship Management

Commercial Acumen

Leadership and Collaboration

Audit Expertise

Technical Knowledge (IFRS, UK GAAP)

Education

ACA, ACCA, or equivalent

Job description

Audit Partner (RI)

Department: Audit

Employment Type: Permanent

Location: Swindon

Description

We will look at any of the following offices for this role: Swindon, Taunton, Bath, Trowbridge or Bristol.

The Role

As an Audit RI at Monahans, you will join a collaborative team of experienced partners dedicated to driving growth, innovation, and exceptional client service within our audit practice. Working alongside your peers, you will play a key role in shaping the strategic direction of the team, strengthening client relationships, and upholding the highest standards of audit quality. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to a dynamic and supportive environment where collective success is celebrated, and innovation is encouraged.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Leadership: Define and execute the vision for our audit practice, aligning it with the broader goals of Monahans and the Sumer Group.
• Client Focus: Provide trusted advice to SME clients, building long-lasting relationships and delivering tailored solutions.
• Business Growth: Lead business development efforts to expand our audit practice, identifying opportunities, building networks, and enhancing the firm’s profile.
• Team Development: Inspire, mentor, and develop high-performing audit teams, fostering a culture of technical excellence and professional growth.
• Compliance & Quality: Ensure the highest standards of audit quality and compliance, adhering to IFRS, UK GAAP, and regulatory requirements.

About You

Skills and experience:

We are looking for an results-driven and collaborative RI who shares our commitment to delivering exceptional client service and contributing to a collaborative, high-performing culture.

• Professional Qualifications: ACA, ACCA, or equivalent, with extensive post-qualification experience in external audit.
• Registered Individual (RI): You must already hold RI status, with the ability to sign off audits independently.
• Audit Expertise: Proven track record of leading complex audit engagements for a diverse client portfolio within the SME community.
• Leadership and Collaboration: Experience managing and mentoring high-performing teams, fostering a culture of excellence and inclusion.
• Technical Knowledge: Deep understanding of IFRS, UK GAAP, and regulatory compliance, ensuring audits meet the highest standards.
• Client Relationship Management: Exceptional ability to build and maintain strong client relationships, acting as a trusted advisor on financial reporting and risk management.
• Commercial Acumen: Strategic thinker with a history of contributing to business development, identifying opportunities, and driving growth.

Benefits

At Monahans, we are dedicated to personal and professional growth, ensuring every team member feels valued and empowered. As part of the Monahans team, you can expect:

• Competitive salary with regular benchmarking and merit-based reviews.
• Health and wellness benefits including private health insurance, a healthcare cash plan, and an employee assistance program.
• Flexible working arrangements, including homeworking options and the opportunity to buy more annual leave.
• Generous support policies such as enhanced maternity and paternity pay, life assurance, and a pension scheme.
• Additional perks like the myMonahans benefits platform, volunteer leave, social events, and a cycle-to-work scheme.

Our mission at Monahans is to use our business as a force for good by making a positive impact on our community and driving positive change in the world.

We are committed to sustainable operations and encourage all our employees to contribute to our efforts in minimising waste, reducing our carbon footprint, expanding our community initiatives, upholding our ethical standards and supporting a culture that embraces difference and strengthens inclusion.

We are an equal opportunities employer and do not discriminate on the grounds of gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil partner status, gender reassignment, pregnancy, maternity, race, religion or belief, disability, or age. If you require a reasonable adjustment during our recruitment process, please inform us.