Industry & Services - Audit Responsible Individual (RI) (4610)

MAZARS LIMITED; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking firm as a Responsible Individual (RI) in Audit, where your expertise will shape the future of audit services. You'll lead teams, develop strategies, and provide exceptional client service while enjoying a hybrid work environment that promotes work-life balance. This role offers the opportunity to influence growth and make a significant impact on the audit landscape. With a commitment to your career progression and wellbeing, this is a chance to thrive in a supportive and dynamic setting. Embrace the challenge and bring your authentic self to work in an environment that values individuality.

Benefits

Hybrid working options

Annual performance-based bonus

Regular salary reviews

Wellbeing support

Qualifications

• Significant experience in leading external audits with diverse client portfolios.
• Ready to apply for RI status or already hold it.

Responsibilities

• Lead client service management and audit strategy formulation.
• Provide technical advice and maintain control under pressure.

Skills

Client relationship management

Leadership in audit teams

Technical expertise in UK GAAP / FRS102 and IFRS

Business development

Education

ACA, ACCA, or CA qualified

Job description

Industry & Services - Audit Responsible Individual (RI) (4610)

At Forvis Mazars, we're agile enough to embrace change and deliver impact. This means we encourage people to feel empowered to be part of the future direction of the firm. We're constantly improving the way we work, so that we enhance the solutions we offer. So, you'll have a big say in the way your role and your team works.

Our specialist Industry & Services team provide audit services to companies listed on the London Stock Exchange (FTSE 350, Small Cap, and Fledgling), AIM, and large companies/groups with turnover of more than £150m. The team also works closely with overseas teams to audit UK-based subsidiaries of major global groups. At Forvis Mazars you will be able to bring your authentic self to work. We will support you with your career progression, work-life balance, and wellbeing.

As a Responsible Individual (RI), you will work closely with local and national partners to further develop and build this audit team, client offering, and input into our wider strategy for sustainable growth. You will also work closely with clients and be committed to providing an exceptional audit service.

What you'll do?

• Leading the client service management team on the formulation of audit strategy and planning.
• Technical expert, providing advice and leadership to the audit team and client.
• Maintains control and stability under pressure whilst recognizing the deadline or urgency.
• Presenting audit opinion summaries and any other reporting documents, including group reporting and audit committee papers.
• Identifying and capitalizing on opportunities and prospects for new work.

What you'll bring?

• Holds significant experience of leading external audits managing a portfolio of clients and leading audit teams.
• ACA, ACCA, or CA qualified.
• Ready to apply for RI or already RI status, with experience of controlling a diverse portfolio of audit clients across Large and Listed sectors.
• Client relationship management experience.
• Up to date technical knowledge of UK GAAP / FRS102 and IFRS.
• Previous success of winning new business.

Benefits:

You'll enjoy hybrid working options, allowing you to maintain a healthy work-life balance, along with clear career progression opportunities that will support your growth. We offer a competitive salary, an annual performance-based bonus, and regular salary reviews to ensure you are rewarded for your efforts. Our comprehensive benefits package includes wellbeing support, because we believe in taking care of our people.

Location:

One St Peters Square, Manchester - easily accessible from Piccadilly and Oxford station.

Ready to make an impact, take on new challenges, and be part of a firm that values your individuality? Apply now and join us at Forvis Mazars!