Senior Audit Director (RI)

Fletcher George Financial Recruitment; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Audit Director to lead and shape their audit offering. This pivotal role involves ensuring compliance with UK auditing standards, mentoring a growing team, and building strong client relationships. The firm prides itself on its people-first culture, offering bespoke career development and a competitive salary package. With a commitment to community and collaboration, this opportunity allows you to make a significant impact while enjoying a supportive work environment. If you're ready to drive audit quality and contribute to a thriving firm, this is the role for you.

Benefits

Private healthcare

Enhanced pension

Flexible perks

Annual company-funded international retreat

4 weeks per year working abroad

Qualifications

• Significant post-qualification experience in practice required.
• Registered Responsible Individual (RI) with the FRC.

Responsibilities

• Lead RI on audits, ensuring compliance with UK standards.
• Mentor audit seniors and trainees, driving team development.
• Build client relationships and contribute to business development.

Skills

UK auditing standards

UK GAAP

FRS 102

IFRS/SORP

business development

client relationship management

mentoring and coaching

Education

ACA qualification

ACCA qualification

Job description

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About the Firm

Join a forward-thinking, consultancy-led Top 50 accountancy and advisory firm that’s proudly independent and people-first. This vibrant, boutique-style practice has built a strong reputation for delivering high-impact advisory services with a personal touch – all without private equity backing.

With a culture rooted in community, charity, and collaboration, they’re more than just accountants – they’re trusted advisors who care deeply about their clients and each other. Now, they’re looking for a like-minded Audit Director (RI) to help drive their ambitious growth plans while upholding the firm’s strong ethical values.

The Opportunity

As Audit Director and Responsible Individual (RI), you’ll play a key strategic role in shaping the firm’s audit offering. Reporting directly to the National Head of Audit and working alongside the shareholder team, you'll lead high-quality audit engagements, mentor a growing team, and take the lead on exciting new business opportunities.

This is a hands-on, high-impact role offering real influence and visibility within the firm.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as the lead RI on audits, ensuring full compliance with UK auditing standards and ethical regulations.
• Oversee planning, execution, and completion of audit engagements, primarily across the firm’s North region.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships as a trusted advisor.
• Review and approve audit files and documentation, providing feedback and upskilling to team members.
• Mentor and develop audit seniors and trainees, offering coaching, training, and career development.
• Support workflow management and team leadership, including resourcing and quality control.
• Drive audit quality and continuous improvement across methodology and processes.
• Contribute to wider firm strategy through business development, tender presentations, and cross-functional collaboration.
• Identify opportunities to introduce clients to other service lines (e.g., Tax, Wealth, Corporate Finance).
• Promote the firm’s brand and values through networking, speaking opportunities, and thought leadership.

About You

• ACA or ACCA qualified with significant post-qualification experience in practice.
• Registered Responsible Individual (RI) with the FRC.
• Strong track record at Director or Senior Manager level within a UK audit firm.
• Deep technical knowledge of UK GAAP, FRS 102, and ideally IFRS/SORP.
• Commercially savvy with proven business development and client relationship skills.
• Passionate about developing people and fostering an inclusive, supportive team culture.

What’s in It for You

• A people-first, values-driven culture where your voice and impact truly matter.
• Bespoke career development with regular access to training, coaching, and leadership support.
• Competitive salary and generous benefits package including:
• Hybrid working (up to 20% remote).
• 4 weeks per year working abroad.
• Private healthcare, enhanced pension, and flexible perks.
• Annual company-funded international retreat.

Next Steps

This is a rare opportunity to step into a pivotal role within a growing, ambitious firm that’s making a difference – for its clients, community, and team.

If you’re ready to shape the future of audit in a collaborative and forward-thinking environment, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now – we aim to respond to all suitable candidates within 48 hours.

Fletcher George is a Surrey-based inclusive recruiter committed to supporting diverse talent in securing career-defining roles.

Seniority level

Director

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Accounting/Auditing

Industries

Accounting