Audit Director with ref. WL-19344

Audit Director – Worcestershire
£90,000 - £100,000 + Benefits

Clark Wood are currently recruiting for an experienced Audit Director to join a well-established and highly regarded accountancy firm in Worcestershire.

This is a senior leadership opportunity for a Qualified Responsible Individual (RI) with a strong background in UK practice, looking to take responsibility for a varied portfolio of audit clients and play a key role in the continued development of the firm's audit offering.

As Audit Director, you will take responsibility for a portfolio of clients and lead audit assignments from planning through to completion, maintaining high standards of technical quality and client service.

The role will involve:
Acting as a Qualified Responsible Individual (RI) on audit assignments
Managing and overseeing a varied portfolio of audit clients
Leading audits from planning through to completion
Working with a diverse client base including groups, schools and academies, alongside other owner-managed and corporate businesses
Reviewing audit files and financial statements
Providing technical guidance across audit and accounting matters
Ensuring compliance with relevant auditing, accounting and regulatory requirements
Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients and acting as a trusted advisor
Managing, mentoring and developing audit staff and managers
Supporting the continued growth and development of the audit department
Identifying opportunities for additional work and contributing to business development
Working closely with Partners and other departments across the firm
About You

The successful candidate will need to be a qualified RI with significant experience gained within a UK accountancy practice.

You will ideally have:
ACA or ACCA qualification
Current RI status
Strong experience across all areas of audit and compliance
Experience managing a varied portfolio including groups, schools and academies
Strong technical knowledge of UK GAAP, IFRS and auditing standards
Proven experience managing and developing a team
Excellent client relationship and communication skills
The ability to work at a senior level with both clients and internal teams
A commercial approach and an interest in business development

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced RI to join a successful Worcestershire practice in a senior leadership position, with significant client responsibility and involvement in the continued development of the firm.

Salary: £90,000 - £100,000 depending on experience, plus benefits.

For further information, please contact Will Langdon at Clark Wood for a confidential discussion - will@clark-wood.co.uk / 07920557121
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