Save Job Back to Search Job Description Summary Similar JobsJoin a growing, people‑focused firm with a strong regional presence.Lead a growing audit practice serving diverse SMEs and fast‑growing businesses.About Our ClientOur client is a well established independent accountancy practice recognised for delivering high quality audit, advisory, and compliance services to a broad range of entrepreneurial and owner managed businesses. They combine the capability of a national firm with the agility and personal touch of an independent practice, offering a supportive, relationship driven culture backed by approachable partners, modern systems, and strong technical infrastructure.Job DescriptionYou'll play a strategic leadership role in driving the growth and development of the audit practice, working closely with partners and senior stakeholders to shape market strategy and deliver high quality audit services. The position involves business development, market engagement, leadership of high value client relationships, oversight of audit quality, and the ongoing development of a strong audit team.Your focus will be on expanding the audit portfolio, elevating the firm's market profile, and ensuring excellence in client delivery while fostering a collaborative, high performing culture.Key Responsibilities* Lead, grow, and develop the audit function, setting the strategic direction for future expansion* Drive business development, building and converting a strong pipeline of new opportunities* Strengthen and manage senior level relationships with clients and intermediaries* Provide high quality technical insight and commercial guidance across a varied client portfolio* Collaborate with fellow partners to support firm wide strategy, culture, and growth* Champion audit quality, risk management, and compliance with professional standards* Mentor and develop team members, fostering progression and excellence* Represent the firm at networking and market facing events to enhance brand visibilityThe Successful Applicant* ACA/ACCA qualified with extensive experience in Audit & Assurance* Proven track record at Partner, Director, or equivalent senior level* Strong business development capability and confidence in a market facing role* Excellent communicator with the ability to build trusted senior level relationships* Commercially astute, strategic, and able to influence firm wide direction* Passionate about developing people and building high performing teams* Entrepreneurial mindset, proactive leadership style, and collaborative approachWhat's on Offer* Highly competitive remuneration package with equity or profit sharing potential* Flexible working options* Clear strategic influence and leadership responsibility across the audit function* Supportive, entrepreneurial culture with hands on partners* Regular progression and performance reviews* Pension scheme and enhanced benefits* Modern office environment with a friendly, collaborative team culture* Opportunities to shape service lines, drive business growth, and build a national presenceContactAnthony DyneQuote job refJN-032026-6979178Phone number+441618286205Job summaryJob functionAudit & AdvisorySubsectorPractice (Audit) & AssuranceSectorBusiness ServicesLocationLeedsContract typePermanentConsultant nameAnthony DyneConsultant phone+441618286205Job referenceJN-032026-6979178
