As Audit & Accounts Partner Designate, you’ll take responsibility for key client relationships, ensuring the delivery of outstanding technical and commercial advice. You’ll also mentor and develop your team while contributing to the firm’s strategic and operational leadership.

Key responsibilities include:

• Managing a portfolio of audit and non-audit clients across a range of industries
• Leading audits from planning through to completion, ensuring compliance with standards
• Reviewing statutory accounts and advising on accounting and tax matters
• Acting as a trusted advisor to business owners and senior stakeholders
• Developing and mentoring audit and accounts staff
• Supporting Partners with business development, proposals, and networking
• Contributing to firm-wide strategy and operational leadership

About You

You’re a technically strong and commercially focused accounting professional with proven leadership ability.

You will:

• Be ACA or ACCA qualified (or equivalent) with extensive practice experience
• Have a strong background managing audits and client portfolios
• Demonstrate excellent knowledge of FRS 102 and current auditing standards
• Possess strong client relationship management and communication skills
• Have experience mentoring and developing others within a practice setting
• Be ambitious, collaborative, and ready to progress to Partner level

The Firm

You’ll be joining a highly regarded independent accountancy and advisory firm based in Oxford. The firm serves a broad range of clients — from entrepreneurial SMEs to established corporate groups and charities — offering a personal, high-quality service built on trust and technical excellence.

With a culture that values innovation, flexibility, and professional development, this is a place where your ideas are heard, and your career can flourish.

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Hybrid and flexible working arrangements
• Private healthcare and enhanced pension scheme
• Clear progression pathway to Partner level
• Ongoing professional training and leadership development
• Collaborative, inclusive, and modern working environment

The Opportunity

This is an outstanding opportunity for an ambitious Audit & Accounts Partner Designate looking for a leadership role with autonomy, progression, and influence. You’ll play a key part in shaping the firm’s growth, leading high-quality client work, and developing the next generation of talent.

If you’re ready to make an impact at senior level, this could be your next career move.