Audit Director

Audit Director Are you an experienced audit professional ready to step into a senior leadership role?

Do you want to lead a dynamic audit team within a respected and forward-thinking accountancy firm?

This is a fantastic opportunity for an Audit Director to join a growing and ambitious firm in Manchester. You’ll play a leading role in managing a diverse audit portfolio, developing client relationships, and shaping the strategic direction of the firm’s audit and assurance offering across the North West.

As Audit Director
, you’ll lead the delivery of high-quality audit services, managing complex client assignments and ensuring technical excellence across the department. You’ll work closely with Partners to drive business growth, mentor a talented team, and uphold the firm’s reputation for exceptional client service.

• Leading and managing multiple audit engagements, from planning through to completion
• Acting as the main point of contact for key audit clients, providing tailored advice and insight
• Overseeing audit quality and ensuring compliance with ISAs, UK GAAP, and ethical standards
• Managing, mentoring, and developing senior audit staff to ensure technical excellence
• Collaborating with Partners and other senior leaders to grow the firm’s audit portfolio
• Playing an active role in business development and tendering for new audit opportunities
• Reviewing audit methodologies and contributing to the firm’s technical and quality framework
• Ensuring projects are completed on time and within budget
• Staying up to date with developments in audit regulation and financial reporting standards

You’ll be a technically strong, commercially minded, and people-focused professional with a passion for leadership and client service.

You will:

• Be ACA or ACCA qualified (or equivalent) with significant post-qualification experience
• Have extensive experience managing audits within an accountancy practice
• Be confident leading audit teams and overseeing large, complex engagements
• Demonstrate strong technical knowledge of UK audit standards and financial reporting
• Possess excellent communication, relationship-building, and leadership skills
• Be commercially aware, identifying opportunities to add value to client relationships
• Have experience in managing and mentoring staff, fostering growth and engagement
• Be proactive, strategic, and comfortable operating at a senior leadership level

Experience working with a broad range of clients — from SMEs and owner-managed businesses to larger corporate groups — will be highly regarded.

This long-established and respected accountancy firm provides a full suite of audit, accounting, tax, and advisory services to businesses across the UK. Known for its client-focused approach and strong professional values, the firm combines technical excellence with an approachable, people-first culture.

You’ll join a collaborative and supportive leadership team that values innovation, quality, and career development. The firm offers modern systems, a flexible working environment, and genuine opportunities for progression to Partner level for high-performing individuals.

• Competitive salary and senior-level benefits package
• Hybrid and flexible working options
• A leadership role with autonomy and strategic influence
• Exposure to complex and varied audit assignments across multiple sectors
• Ongoing professional development and CPD support
• Clear progression route to Partner
• Supportive, forward-thinking culture with a focus on collaboration and excellence

This is a senior leadership opportunity offering genuine influence, autonomy, and long-term career potential. You’ll play a pivotal role in driving the audit strategy, developing your team, and delivering high-quality outcomes for clients.

If you’re a technically strong audit professional with the ambition to lead, grow, and make an impact, this role provides the platform to shape your future within a respected regional firm.