Audit Director / Associate Director, Manchester

Our client is a Top 60 advisory-led professional services firm supporting mid-market businesses across the UK.

Due to continued growth, they are expanding their Audit & Assurance team.

This is a key leadership role within a growing audit function. You will manage a portfolio of clients, lead audit teams, and act as a trusted adviser to business owners and senior stakeholders. You'll work closely with Partners to drive quality, growth and team development.

• Manage a portfolio of audit clients and act as their main point of contact.
• Lead, plan and review audit assignments across a varied client base.
• Review statutory accounts and audit files, ensuring technical accuracy and quality.
• Manage budgets, deadlines and team workloads.
• Coach, develop and support junior team members.
• Support Partners with client development and cross‑selling opportunities.
• Contribute to continuous improvement and audit best practice.

• ACA/ACCA qualified.
• Proven experience in a practice environment at Senior Manager/ Director level.
• Strong technical audit knowledge and review experience.
• Confident leader with excellent client‑facing skills.
• Commercial mindset with the ability to identify opportunities.
• Full UK driving licence.

• Competitive salary and benefits.
• Employer pension, life cover (4× salary) and income protection.
• Hybrid / smart working.
• Health cash plan, wellbeing support and retail discounts.
• Paid professional fees and ongoing development.
• Referral bonuses and employee recognition schemes.