Audit Director (RI)

Audit & 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.