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Audit Partner Job Vacancy
An esteemed and rapidly growing professional services firm, multi -office but this role based in Chester, is seeking a dynamic and experienced professional to join their leadership team as an Audit Partner. This is an exceptional opportunity for a seasoned audit professional with a proven track record to make a significant impact within a forward-thinking organisation. Could it be you?
The role requires an audit professional who can provide strategic direction for the audit department, aligning objectives with overall business goals, lead, mentor, and inspire a high-performing audit team, fostering a collaborative and innovative work environment and cultivate and maintain strong relationships with clients, understanding their business needs and providing tailored audit solutions.
This role offers an enviable set of employee value benefits including a market beating salary of up to £160k p/a. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence and our team of professional recruitment consultants are available today to talk you through your suitability for this Audit Partner job in Chester.
Job Purpose
- Lead the firm’s audit function ensuring excellence is delivered to clients from a variety of business sectors.
- Take ownership of key client accounts, ensuring client satisfaction and identifying opportunities for business expansion.
- Drive strategic target setting, as well as forecasting and reporting on department budgeting.
- Grow the audit team through recruitment, mentorship, and professional development.
- Oversee the delivery of the audit function, ensuring expectations, deadlines, and budgets are being met.
- Professionally represent the firm during networking opportunities, confidently scoping new business opportunities.
- Identify services that will add value to your portfolio of clients.
- Champion the firm’s values within the team, motivating those around you.
- Provide professional and personable client-facing communication skills.
- Stay abreast of industry trends, ensuring the firm remains at the forefront of best practices.
- Develop and implement robust risk management processes, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and internal policies.
- Set an example for the team as a natural leader.
About this firm
This established, multi-office accountancy practice is looking for a standout Audit Partner to join its team in Chester.
Recognised for providing a full suite of accountancy services to a wide range of business sectors with a client-centric approach, this firm is led by a modern and diverse team who are proud of its extensive heritage and reputation.
They have a professional yet relaxed work environment and encourage an inclusive approach that recognises and rewards people’s commitment, hard work, and success.
Benefit from:
- £120,000 - £160,000 pa
- Generous pension scheme
- Generous annual leave
- Hybrid working options
- Opportunity to lead a thriving tax function
- Modern office and social activities
- Open and supportive working environment
Job Requirements
- Qualified Audit Partner with RI status.
- Extensive experience of managing a diverse audit portfolio.
- Proven track record of leading an audit department with a commercial approach.
- Confident to represent the firm within new networks to secure new business.
- Previous leadership experience at a high level, with a positive attitude.
- Strategically minded in reviewing processes and improving systems to boost efficiency.
- Strong communication skills are essential, both verbal and written.
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 Chester and has a superb track record of meeting and exceeding expectations for accountants looking for their next accounting role.
