Industry & Services - Audit Responsible Individual (RI)

Forvis Mazars; Stockport; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading audit firm seeks a Responsible Individual (RI) to drive audit services and expand client offerings. You will lead audit teams, develop strategies, and ensure compliance with UK standards while enjoying hybrid working and career advancement opportunities. Join Forvis Mazars and be part of a supportive, dynamic team.

Benefits

Hybrid working options

Wellbeing support

Performance-based bonuses

Regular salary reviews

Clear career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Significant experience leading external audits.
• Managing a portfolio of clients in diverse audit sectors.
• Up-to-date knowledge of UK GAAP / FRS102 and IFRS.

Responsibilities

• Lead client service management team in audit strategy.
• Serve as a technical expert for the audit team.
• Identify and capitalize on new work opportunities.

Skills

Leadership

Technical expertise

Client service management

Audit strategy

Education

Eligibility or current status as an RI

Job description

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

Client: Forvis Mazars

Location: Stockport, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

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Posted:

22.06.2025

Expiry Date:

06.08.2025

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 solutions, giving you a significant voice in your role and team.

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/groups with turnover exceeding £150m. The team collaborates closely with overseas teams to audit UK-based subsidiaries of major global groups. At Forvis Mazars, you can bring your authentic self to work. We support your career growth, work-life balance, and wellbeing.

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

What you'll do:

• Lead the client service management team in audit strategy and planning.
• Serve as a technical expert, offering 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 reports, including group reporting and audit committee papers.
• Identify and capitalize on opportunities for new work.

What you'll bring:

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

*Salaries depend on experience and benchmarking. At Forvis Mazars, we pride ourselves on being a fair and competitive employer. Could this be the right fit for you?

We offer hybrid working options to support work-life balance, clear career progression opportunities, a competitive salary, performance-based bonuses, and regular salary reviews. Our benefits include wellbeing support because we care about our people. Does this sound like a place where you can thrive?

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

Ready to make an impact, face new challenges, and join a firm that values your individuality? Apply now and become part of Forvis Mazars!