Audit Director Job Vacancy
Can you provide high level oversight of a thriving audit function?
We're looking for a seasoned auditor who would love to work with a reputable firm in Portsmouth to provide strategic oversight whilst supporting juniors and driving business growth.
This Audit Director job in Portsmouth is a fantastic opportunity for a high calibre candidate with a proven track record of leading audits within UK practice.
We're looking for an excellent communicator, effective leader, and confident networker. Does this sound like you?
If so, you could secure a varied role with a highly regarded firm offering a market-leading salary and a full suite of benefits.
Do you have your sights set on partnership? This is a great opportunity to join a firm with succession-planning in mind.
As expected with a role at this level we guarantee strict confidence when liaising with our team, so don't hesitate to contact us today.
Job Purpose
- Provide high level oversight of a busy audit function, providing effective communication on all aspects of audit compliance across the firm.
- Review hot and cold audit and assurance files.
- Identify new audit guidance and processes in line with the ever-evolving auditing standards, emerging trends, relevant issues, and review findings.
- Manage relationships with external audit reviewers.
- Lead liaison with the ICAEW on audit compliance matters, including managing regulatory visits and implementing recommendations.
- Monitor audit training needs and champion professional development and compliance knowledge.
- Planning and performing on-site audit due diligence visits and following up on post-completion file reviews.
- Setting an example as a hands-on Director.
About This Firm
This Audit Director job is available with a well established firm of accountants that works with a wide range of clients across advisory and compliance, adopting a people-led approach to its service delivery.
Offering a full-suite of benefits, including impressive professional development opportunities, this reputable is an employer of choice for accountants at all levels.
What's On Offer
- £100,000 to £140,000 per annum
- Full time, permanent position
- Part time would also be considered
- Flexible and hybrid working
- Enhanced company pension
- 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays
- Annual leave purchase scheme
- Life assurance
- Continued professional development
- Modern offices and free parking
- Employee benefits portal
- Retail discounts
- Referral bonus scheme
- Wellbeing initiatives
- Open and inclusive culture
The Successful Candidate
- A proven track record operating at Audit RI or Audit Senior Manager level within an ICAEW or ACCA registered firm.
- Technically proficient, with extensive UK external audit experience.
- Strong leadership skills with good people management skills.
- Excellent communication and advisory skills.
- Sound attention to detail and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
- Self-motivated and highly organised.
- A team player able to bring out the best in others.
- Constructive mentorship junior team members.
- Confident in networking, representing the firm in a professional manner.
About Public Practice Recruitment Ltd
Public Practice Recruitment Ltd recruits high-calibre accounting professionals at all levels for tax, accounts, and auditor jobs on both a permanent and temporary basis for accountancy firms.
Specialising solely in accountancy recruitment, Public Practice Recruitment Ltd regularly has new auditor jobs and accountancy jobs in Portsmouth and has a superb track record of meeting and exceeding expectations for accountants looking for their next accounting role.?