Audit Director

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 Edinburghto provide strategic oversight whilst supporting juniors and driving business growth.

This Audit Director job in Edinburghis 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.

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• 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.

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.

• £90,000 to £100,000 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

• 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.

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.

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