Audit Director

Overview

As Audit Director, you will lead audit engagements and ensure compliance with standards while shaping client service delivery. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to support growth and client satisfaction, acting as a trusted advisor. The role emphasizes team leadership, risk identification, and timely project delivery in a professional services setting. This is an opportunity to influence audit quality and contribute to the firm’s expansion in Leeds. You join a collaborative environment with hybrid working to enable strategic impact.

Pay / Benefits

• competitive salary
• professional growth and development
• supportive and collaborative environment
• hybrid working (3 days in office, 2 from home)

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage audit engagements ensuring compliance with standards and regulations
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships as a trusted advisor
• Review and assess financial statements for accuracy and completeness
• Oversee and mentor the audit team, fostering professional development
• Identify and address risks within audit processes to improve efficiency
• Collaborate with other departments to streamline operations and enhance service delivery
• Provide strategic input to support business growth and client satisfaction
• Ensure timely delivery of audit projects while maintaining high standards

Key requirements

• Strong background in accounting and finance within professional services
• Relevant professional qualifications (ACA, ACCA)
• Proven expertise in leading and managing audit processes
• Excellent leadership and team management skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Exceptional communication and client relationship management skills

• Leadership
• Communication
• Client relationship management
• Audit process management
• Regulatory compliance
• Financial statement review

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