Industry & Services - Audit Responsible Individual (RI)

TN United Kingdom; Bolton; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading firm in Bolton seeks a Responsible Individual (RI) to enhance their audit team. The role involves leading audit strategies, managing client relationships, and contributing to the firm's growth. With a focus on career development and wellbeing, this position offers competitive salaries and hybrid working options.

Benefits

Hybrid Working Options

Comprehensive Benefits Package

Wellbeing Support

Performance-Based Bonus

Qualifications

• Significant experience leading external audits and managing a client portfolio.
• Current or aspiring RI status with experience in large and listed sectors.

Responsibilities

• Lead the client service management team in audit strategy and planning.
• Provide technical expertise and leadership to the audit team.

Skills

Leadership

Technical Expertise

Client Management

Audit Strategy

Business Development

Education

RI Status

Knowledge of UK GAAP / FRS102

Knowledge of IFRS

Job description

Industry & Services - Audit Responsible Individual (RI), Bolton

Client:

Forvis Mazars

Location:

Bolton

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

3fc89ab5514a

Job Views:

4

Posted:

14.05.2025

Expiry Date:

28.06.2025

Job Description:

At Forvis Mazars, we're agile enough to embrace change and deliver impact. We encourage our people to feel empowered to shape the future of the firm. We are committed to continuous improvement to enhance our services. Your role will significantly influence how your team operates.

Our specialist Industry & Services team provides audit services to companies listed on the London Stock Exchange (FTSE 350, Small Cap, and Fledgling), AIM, and large companies with turnovers exceeding £150m. We collaborate with overseas teams to audit UK-based subsidiaries of global groups. At Forvis Mazars, you can bring your authentic self to work, with support for your career development, work-life balance, and wellbeing.

As a Responsible Individual (RI), you will collaborate with local and national partners to develop and expand our audit team, enhance client offerings, and contribute to our strategic growth. You will work directly with clients, committed to delivering exceptional audit services.

What you'll do

• Lead the client service management team in audit strategy and planning.
• Provide technical expertise, advice, and leadership to the audit team and clients.
• Maintain control and stability under pressure, recognizing deadlines and urgency.
• Present audit opinion summaries and other reporting documents, including group reports and audit committee papers.
• Identify and pursue opportunities for new work.

What you'll bring

• Significant experience leading external audits, managing a client portfolio and audit teams.
• Current or aspiring RI status, with experience managing diverse audit clients in large and listed sectors.
• Up-to-date technical knowledge of UK GAAP / FRS102 and IFRS.
• Proven success in winning new business.

Our salaries are competitive and based on experience. We pride ourselves on being a fair employer. We offer hybrid working options, clear career progression, a comprehensive benefits package including wellbeing support, and a performance-based bonus. Join us at Forvis Mazars and thrive in a supportive environment.

Location: One St Peters Square, Manchester — accessible from Piccadilly and Oxford stations.

Ready to make an impact and be part of a firm that values your individuality? Apply now and join Forvis Mazars!