Audit Director - RI

Crowe Watson Recruitment is delighted to be working with a highly respected and forward-thinking firm of Chartered Accountants in Bicester, seeking an Audit Director (RI) to join their senior leadership team. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in the firm’s continued growth, working with a diverse portfolio of clients and leading a motivated and talented audit team. The role offers excellent benefits including flexible working, a competitive company pension, and a wide range of additional perks to support your work-life balance.

As Audit Director, you will be instrumental in shaping the audit strategy and ensuring compliance and quality across the department. This is a significant position offering autonomy and responsibility, along with the opportunity to make a real impact both internally and externally. You will work closely with Partners and other Directors, mentoring the audit team and supporting their continued professional development.

At Crowe Watson, we pride ourselves on connecting talented professionals with exceptional opportunities. We’re thrilled to be recruiting on behalf of a firm that shares our commitment to quality, collaboration, and professional growth. You might not meet all the criteria, but if you are passionate about developing yourself and your career, we’d love to hear from you.

Crowe Watson is acting as an Employment Agency, references to pay rates are indicative and salary is dependent on experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a portfolio of audit clients across a range of sectors
• Act as Responsible Individual (RI) on audits, signing off audit reports
• Drive quality, compliance, and best practices across the audit function
• Manage and mentor a team of audit professionals, supporting their development
• Work closely with Partners and Directors on strategy and business development
• Build strong client relationships and identify opportunities for added value

• Must be ACA/ACCA qualified (or equivalent)
• RI status or eligibility to become an RI
• Proven leadership experience within audit
• Strong technical knowledge of auditing and accounting standards
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
• Must have a minimum of 5 years previous experience working within a UK Practice environment