Audit Partner (RI) - Surrey

PRO-TAX RECRUITMENT LIMITED; Gatwick; On-site; GBP 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious Top 20 accountancy and advisory firm in the South East is seeking an Audit Partner (RI) to join one of its offices near Gatwick. This role suits a commercially minded audit professional who can act as both audit specialist and trusted adviser to growing businesses.

You will lead across a diverse portfolio, mentor junior staff, and work with tax and advisory teams to deliver joined-up solutions.

Qualifications

• Established Audit Partner or RI with strong technical audit credentials.
• Track record of winning new business and developing client relationships.
• Established market presence or demonstrable success in generating growth.
• Commercially focused with ability to develop opportunities and deliver client service.
• Experience in a Top 20, regional or independent firm.

Responsibilities

• Act as Responsible Individual across a diverse portfolio of owner-managed and mid-market businesses.
• Advise clients on broader business matters beyond audit.
• Collaborate with tax, advisory and other teams to deliver joined-up solutions.
• Provide leadership, mentoring and strategic direction within the office.
• Drive growth across the South East region.

Skills

Audit expertise

Business development

Client relationships

Market presence

Leadership

Job description

We’re partnering with an established Top 20 accountancy and advisory firm seeking an experienced Audit Partner (RI) to join one of its South East offices. This opportunity will suit a commercially minded audit professional who enjoys building long-term client relationships and wants to operate as both an audit specialist and a trusted adviser to growing businesses.

The Opportunity

• Act as Responsible Individual across a diverse portfolio of owner-managed and mid-market businesses
• Work closely with clients, becoming a trusted adviser on broader business matters beyond audit
• Collaborate with tax, advisory and other specialist teams to deliver joined-up solutions
• Provide leadership, mentoring and strategic direction within the office
• Play a key role in driving growth across the region

Who They’re Looking For

• An established Audit Partner or experienced RI with strong technical audit credentials
• A proven track record of winning new business and developing client relationships
• An established network and market presence, or demonstrable success in generating organic growth
• A commercially focused individual who enjoys developing opportunities as well as delivering exceptional client service
• Experience gained within a Top 20, regional or independent firm

Why Join?

This is an opportunity to join a collaborative and expanding Top 20 firm where Partners are encouraged to take a broad view of client needs and build meaningful, long-term relationships. The successful individual will be joining a firm that values entrepreneurial thinking, supports business development and provides the platform to grow both their client portfolio and market presence. For Partners looking for a platform where they can genuinely influence growth and help shape the future of an office, this represents an excellent opportunity.