Privately Owned Business - Audit Partner

Forvis Mazars UK; Manchester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Audit Partner to join their Privately Owned Business team in Manchester. This role offers the chance to lead audit teams, manage client relationships, and shape audit strategies in a dynamic environment. With a commitment to professional growth and inclusivity, the firm encourages its employees to take ownership of their careers and contribute to impactful projects. If you have a strong background in external audits and are ready to step into a partnership role, this opportunity is perfect for you. Join a diverse team dedicated to delivering exceptional quality in audit and advisory services.

Qualifications

• Significant experience leading external audits and managing client portfolios.
• Qualified as ACA, ACCA, or CA with RI experience.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Client relationship management

External audit leadership

Technical knowledge of UK GAAP / FRS102 and IFRS

New business development

Education

ACA

ACCA

CA

Job description

Privately Owned Business - Audit Partner (3275)

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. So nothing is set in stone, and our people can truly influence the direction of the firm. We're constantly brainstorming ideas to improve the way we work, and enhance the solutions we offer. So you'll have a big say in the way your role and your team works.

In a rapidly changing business world, we also care about our industry and have long pressed for a debate on audit competition. We believe that companies and their shareholders alike deserve the benefits that increased competition can bring and are committed to playing an active role in shaping the future of audit.

About the team

Due to strong growth and expansion, we are looking to recruit an Audit Partner into our Privately Owned Business team in Manchester. Here 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.

About the role

• 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 recognising the deadline or urgency.
• Presenting audit opinion summaries and any other reporting documents, including group reporting and audit committee papers.
• Identifying and capitalising on opportunities and prospects for new work.

What are we looking for?

• Holds significant experience of leading external audits managing a portfolio of clients and leading audit teams.
• ACA, ACCA, or CA qualified.
• An RI with experience of controlling a diverse portfolio of audit clients across sectors.
• Experience of working at Director level and looking to step up to Partner.
• Client relationship management experience.
• Up to date technical knowledge of UK GAAP / FRS102 and IFRS.
• Previous success of winning new business.

About Forvis Mazars

Forvis Mazars is a leading international professional services firm delivering exceptional quality in audit, accounting, tax, financial advisory, outsourcing and consulting.

We are one diverse, multicultural, multi-generational team with a huge sense of connection and belonging. This is a place where you can take ownership of your career, get involved, believe in yourself and put your ideas into action.

At Forvis Mazars, we celebrate individuality and thrive on teamwork. We give people the freedom to make a personal contribution to our shared purpose. We support one another to deliver quality, create change and make an impact so that everyone can reach their full potential.

Being inclusive is core to our culture at Forvis Mazars; we want to ensure everyone, whether in the recruitment process or beyond is fully supported to be their unique self.

Our aim is to make the recruitment process as accessible and inclusive as possible - please contact us to discuss any changes you may require so we can work with you to support you throughout your application.

For further information, and to apply, please visit our website via the “Apply” button below.