Audit RI

Sumer; Northam; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading firm of chartered accountants in Northam seeks an experienced Audit RI to lead their audit practice. This role involves ensuring audit quality, advising clients, and driving business growth. The ideal candidate will hold ACA or ACCA qualifications and have a strong track record in audit. The firm values innovation and offers a dynamic environment where you can make a significant impact.

Benefits

Dynamic and entrepreneurial work environment

Opportunity for professional development

Qualifications

• Experience in leading complex audits.
• Strong understanding of financial reporting standards.
• Ability to train and mentor audit teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead audits ensuring compliance with regulations.
• Advise clients on commercial and strategic matters.
• Drive business development within the audit function.
• Develop and manage a high-performing audit team.

Skills

Leadership

Client Relationship Management

Audit Quality

Business Development

Technical Expertise

Education

ACA or ACCA qualification

Job description

Audit RI

Department: Audit

Employment Type: Permanent

Location: Bideford

At R T Marke, we do things differently. As one of the South West's leading firms of chartered accountants and business advisors, we combine deep technical expertise with a fresh, down-to-earth approach to supporting ambitious businesses. With a growing team of talented and engaged professionals, we provide tailored financial solutions to help our clients navigate challenges, seize opportunities, and achieve growth.

We take pride in building long-term partnerships and delivering real impact, whether that's through audit, tax, corporate finance, or strategic advice. Our independence means we're agile, innovative, and able to offer the kind of personalised service that sets us apart.

Key Responsibilities

As an Audit RI, you'll play a pivotal role in leading and developing our audit practice. You'll be responsible for maintaining the highest audit quality, driving client relationships, and contributing to the overall growth of the firm. This is an opportunity to join a forward-thinking and ambitious business where your expertise will shape the future of our audit offering.

• Leading and signing off audits in compliance with regulatory requirements and internal quality standard
• Acting as a trusted advisor to clients, ensuring they receive insightful, commercially focused advice
• Driving business development and identifying opportunities for growth within the audit function
• Supporting, mentoring, and developing a high-performing audit team
• Maintaining and enhancing R T Marke's reputation for technical excellence and client service

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

We're looking for an experienced and forward-thinking audit professional who is ready to take on a leadership role within a progressive, fast-evolving, and ambitious firm. You'll bring technical expertise, commercial awareness, and a passion for building strong client relationships.

You'll already hold RI status or be close to achieving it, with a proven ability to lead complex audits and uphold the highest quality standards.

Qualified ACA or ACCA, you'll have deep expertise in audit and financial reporting, staying ahead of regulatory changes and industry best practices.

With a strategic and commercial mindset, you'll be confident spotting opportunities for business growth and delivering valuable insights beyond compliance.

A natural leader and mentor, you'll take pride in developing your team, creating an environment where people thrive and achieve their potential.

With strong client-facing skills, you'll enjoy building long-term relationships, acting as a trusted advisor to business owners and decision-makers.

You’ll thrive in a forward-thinking, entrepreneurial environment, where you have the autonomy to shape the future of our audit function and drive meaningful impact.

Why us?

We offer a dynamic and entrepreneurial environment where you'll have the autonomy to make an impact. You'll be part of a firm that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous development. If you're looking for a role where you can shape the future of audit within a progressive and growing firm, we'd love to hear from you.