Audit Director / Associate Director

Company: Clear IT Recruitment
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Location: Manchester
Job Description:

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.

The Role

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.

Key Responsibilities

  • 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.

About You

  • 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.

What’s on Offer

  • 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.

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Posted: May 22nd, 2026