Full job descriptionAudit & Accounts Director (RI Pathway)
Location: Birmingham
Job Type: Full Time | Permanent
Salary: Competitive + Leadership Package


We’re currently supporting a growing accountancy and advisory firm in Birmingham that is looking to appoint an Audit & Accounts Director (RI Pathway) to support the continued expansion of its Corporate Audit and Accounts offering.
This is a senior opportunity suited to an established RI or an ambitious Associate Director / Senior Manager looking for a clear pathway to RI status and ultimately Partner.


The role
You will play a key role in driving the growth of the audit and accounts function, leading client engagements and contributing to the wider leadership of the department. Alongside managing a portfolio, you’ll be instrumental in winning new business, developing client relationships, and improving audit quality and team performance.


Key responsibilities
*Act as a senior leader and ambassador for the firm internally and externally
*Lead and manage audit and accounts engagements, including complex clients
*Take on (or work towards) RI responsibility for a portfolio of clients
*Drive business development activity and win new clients
*Build and develop your own portfolio over time
*Support and contribute to the leadership and strategy of the audit function
*Lead, mentor and develop team members across audit and accounts
*Manage client relationships, leading meetings and advising on business matters
*Promote collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement across teams


About you
*ACA / ACCA qualified with audit qualification
*Proven experience within an audit and accounts environment
*Operating at Senior Manager / Associate Director / Director level
*Strong technical knowledge of audit standards (ISAs) and UK GAAP
*Experience managing teams and leading client engagements
*Track record or strong interest in business development and networking
*Commercially aware with ambitions to progress to RI / Partner
*Confident communicator with strong interpersonal skills


The package
*Full-time, permanent position
*Competitive salary and leadership-level benefits
*Clear pathway to RI status and Partner
*Significant influence in shaping a growing audit function
*Strong exposure to business development and leadership


If you’re an experienced audit professional looking for a Director-level opportunity with a clear route to RI and Partner in Birmingham, apply today for a confidential discussion.
We uphold a high level of confidentiality throughout the process, so please feel free to get in touch discreetly.