Privately Owned Business - Audit Director (3666)

MAZARS LIMITED; Bristol; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international professional services firm in Bristol is seeking an Audit Director to enhance their Privately Owned Business team. The role involves leading audits, managing client relationships, and contributing to strategic growth. The ideal candidate will have extensive audit experience, ACA/ACCA qualifications, and strong skills in client relationship management.

Benefits

Comprehensive range of support for personal and professional well-being

Competitive salary

Various employee benefits

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in leading external audits and managing client portfolios.
• Experience at Director level with aspirations to become a Partner.
• Proven success in winning new business.

Responsibilities

• Lead the client service management team on audit strategy and planning.
• Advise and lead the audit team and clients as a technical expert.
• Present audit opinions and reporting documents.

Skills

Client relationship management

Technical knowledge of UK GAAP

Technical knowledge of IFRS

Business development

Education

ACA qualified

ACCA qualified

CA qualified

Job description

Privately Owned Business - Audit Director (3666)

Forvis Mazars is an engine for rapid and consistent career progression, offering individually designed career paths that help you pursue your interests, match your changing needs, and explore your true potential. We work with diverse, prestigious clients across a range of sectors and geographies, giving you the opportunity to constantly update and grow your skills for lifelong professional development.

At Forvis Mazars, we're agile enough to embrace change and deliver impact. Nothing is set in stone, and our people can truly influence the direction of the firm. We continuously brainstorm ideas to improve our work and enhance our solutions, giving you a significant say in your role and team.

In a rapidly changing business world, we care about our industry and advocate for increased audit competition, believing it benefits companies and shareholders alike. We are committed to shaping the future of audit.

About the team

Due to strong growth, we are recruiting an Audit Director for our Privately Owned Business team in Bristol. You will support local and national partners to develop this audit team, client offerings, and contribute to our strategic growth. You will work closely with clients, providing exceptional audit services.

About the role

• Lead the client service management team on audit strategy and planning.
• Serve as a technical expert, advising and leading the audit team and clients.
• Maintain control and stability under pressure, recognizing deadlines and urgency.
• Present audit opinions and reporting documents, including group reports and audit committee papers.
• Identify opportunities for new business and growth.

What are we looking for?

• Extensive experience leading external audits and managing client portfolios.
• ACA, ACCA, or CA qualified.
• Experience managing diverse audit clients across sectors.
• Experience at Director level with aspirations to become a Partner.
• Strong client relationship management skills.
• Up-to-date technical knowledge of UK GAAP / FRS102 and IFRS.
• Proven success in winning new business.

About Forvis Mazars

Forvis Mazars is a leading international professional services firm in audit, accounting, tax, financial advisory, outsourcing, and consulting. We are a diverse, multicultural team that values connection and belonging. We support your career ownership, involvement, and idea implementation.

We celebrate individuality, thrive on teamwork, and empower personal contributions towards our shared purpose. Our culture emphasizes inclusivity and support for everyone to be their authentic selves. Please contact us to discuss any accessibility needs during the application process.

Our benefits include a comprehensive range of support for your personal and professional well-being, a competitive salary, and various employee benefits.