An Audit Director opportunity in Central London with a 4-Partner Chartered Accountancy Practice, offering a route to become Partner and RI status.
An Audit & Accounts Director opportunity in Central London with a 4-Partner Chartered Accountancy Practice, offering a route to become Partner and RI status.
About the Client
This is a well-established 4-partner firm based in Central London, offering audit, accountancy, tax, and advisory services to a broad client base. Their portfolio includes owner-managed businesses, UK subsidiaries of international groups, charities, and membership organisations.
The firm prides itself on delivering a partner-led, high-quality service with a strong commercial focus, maintaining long-standing client relationships and a collaborative internal culture. With a clear vision for the future and their succession planning, they are now looking to appoint an Audit & Accounts Director.
The Role
As an Audit & Accounts Director in Central London, the role will take full responsibility for a portfolio of clients while playing a leadership role within the firm. The role will suit someone who has ambitions to become an RI or someone who already holds RI status.
Overall responsibility for the firms audit portfolio
Leading audits from planning through to completion, ensuring compliance with (UK) and FRC standards
Reviewing work, ensuring high-quality delivery and adherence to internal quality control procedures
Managing and developing relationships with clients, providing proactive commercial and technical advice
Supporting audit quality, including internal monitoring and preparation for external reviews (e.g. ICAEW QAD)
Mentoring and developing Audit staff
Supporting partners with business development, tenders, and growth initiatives
Contributing to audit methodology, compliance processes, and wider firm strategy
Provide Accounts Advisory to clients
About the Candidate
The successful candidate will be a technically strong and commercially aware individual looking to take on a senior leadership role in Central London. The candidate should be at least operating at Senior Manager level, though ideally they would be at Director or Partner Designate level already.
ACA or ACCA qualified with at least a practising certificate
Significant post-qualified experience in external audit
Strong experience working with SMEs, OMBs, and UK subsidiaries
Excellent knowledge of FRS 102, IFRS, and the Companies Act
Proven experience leading audits and reviewing team members’ work
Strong communication skills with the ability to build lasting client relationships
Commercial mindset with an interest in contributing to firm growth
Able to work full time in a Central London location with some flexibility on offer
Desirable:
Experience with audit software such as CaseWare, CCH, Mercia, or MyWorkpapers
Exposure to charity, LLP, or pension scheme audits
Interest in long-term progression and partnership
What’s on Offer
This role in offers a genuine opportunity to step into a senior leadership position with a clear route to partnership.
Competitive salary with profit share / bonus potential
25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
Flexible working arrangements after probation
Clear and achievable pathway to partnership
Ongoing CPD and technical support
Collaborative, partner-led working environment
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