Audit Partner

Your new companyI am working with a leading national Accountancy firm who have PE backing, who are looking to appoint an Audit & Accounts Partner with RI status to its Manchester office. This PE-backed firm has over 130+ offices across the UK&I, and the Manchester office is a leading flagship office across the nation, but also in the North. This role is created due to both growth and also succession planning within the Partner team. The firm in Manchester that was acquired had a long-standing reputation for personal service to its clients, as well as a full service line offering internally. Typically, the firm's client base is OMBs, mainly within Greater Manchester but some further afield across the North West. Your new roleThis opportunity is for an Audit and Accounts Partner to join an already large and established Audit and Accounts team. The team of over 30 staff is a mix of long-standing employees and recent starters who were appointed due to growth. There is a newly formed Partner team in place to work alongside and support on an exciting transformation journey which lies ahead, as well as picking up a ready-made portfolio.You will work with a real range of clients. This firm typically deals with OMBs, as well as those smaller and larger who have typically been with the firm for a long time. Due to the recent acquisition, this is also creating a new opportunity for a different spread of clients coming in. You will ensure compliance and regulatory standards are adhered to, as well as be responsible for leading your own portfolio of clients. This will be a mix of current clients, but in time, newly created work from networking and business development initiatives.You will take an active part in the training and development of the Audit and Accounts team, particularly supporting the new circle of leadership in terms of Managers and Senior Managers coming through the business. What you'll need to succeedACA/ACCA qualification with RI status.You must have both Audit and Accounts expertise.Extensive experience in audit and assurance, with a proven leadership track record.Strong technical knowledge of current audit and accounting standards.Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.You will be encouraged to bring your ideas and professional experiences to this role.Ability to lead, inspire and coach your team.Strategic thinking and a proactive approach to business development.Proactive approach to staff training and development. What you'll get in returnCompetitive salary and benefits package, including future equity.Opportunity to work with a diverse and dynamic team.Professional development and career progression opportunities.A supportive and inclusive work environment.Outstanding flag-ship offices in the heart of Manchester City Centre. Opportunity to help transform internal procedures.What you need to do nowIf you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

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