Audit Partner Job

In Manchester

The Role

Ref: JO0000008946LS

  • Permanent
  • Manchester
  • 120,000 - 180,000 GBP / Year
  • Salary: £120,000 - 180,000

Audit Partner

Are you a senior audit professional ready to take the next step into partnership?

Do you want to join a forward-thinking firm where your leadership, commercial insight, and technical expertise can make a real impact?

This is an exceptional opportunity for an ambitious and accomplished Audit Partner to join a growing and highly respected accountancy firm in Manchester. You’ll play a pivotal role in shaping the firm’s audit strategy, driving growth, and leading a talented and motivated team.

The Role

As Audit Partner, you’ll lead the delivery of high-quality audit and assurance services across a diverse portfolio of clients, while developing and implementing strategic plans for continued growth. You’ll be a visible leader both internally and externally, representing the firm at senior level and ensuring excellence in service delivery.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Providing leadership, vision, and direction for the audit and assurance practice
  • Managing and developing a diverse client portfolio across multiple sectors
  • Acting as a trusted advisor to clients, providing strategic financial and business insight
  • Overseeing the quality and integrity of audit engagements, ensuring compliance with professional standards
  • Leading and developing the audit management team, fostering a culture of collaboration and excellence
  • Driving business development through networking, client referrals, and strategic initiatives
  • Contributing to the firm’s broader commercial strategy, supporting growth across all service lines
  • Representing the firm externally and building strong professional networks
  • Ensuring effective risk management and adherence to regulatory frameworks

About You

You’ll be a dynamic and highly credible audit professional with the leadership and commercial acumen to drive success.

You will:

  • Be a qualified ACA or ACCA accountant with significant post-qualification experience
  • Have extensive experience at Director or Partner level within an accountancy practice
  • Demonstrate deep technical expertise in audit and assurance
  • Be commercially astute, with a proven track record in business development and client retention
  • Have experience managing and motivating large audit teams
  • Be confident communicating at board level and managing relationships with key stakeholders
  • Possess strong leadership, strategic thinking, and decision-making skills
  • Have a proactive, forward-thinking approach and an ability to drive innovation

A strong local network and experience working with mid-market, corporate, and owner-managed clients would be highly beneficial.

The Firm

This reputable and expanding accountancy firm provides audit, tax, and advisory services to clients across the UK. Renowned for its collaborative and progressive culture, the firm combines technical expertise with a people-first approach.

As a Partner, you’ll be joining a leadership team that values transparency, innovation, and long-term success. The firm offers a clear strategic vision for growth and an environment where Partners have the autonomy to make meaningful contributions.

What’s on Offer

  • Competitive Partner-level remuneration package
  • Hybrid and flexible working arrangements
  • Equity or profit-sharing opportunities for the right candidate
  • Significant influence over strategic direction and firm development
  • Access to a high-quality, diverse client base
  • Supportive leadership team and modern working environment
  • Ongoing professional development and leadership training

The Opportunity

This is a rare opportunity for a proven audit leader to step into a Partner role with genuine influence and long-term potential. You’ll have the platform to lead strategically, shape the firm’s future, and make a lasting impact on clients, people, and the wider business community.

If you’re an experienced audit professional seeking an influential leadership role with a progressive, people-focused firm, this is your chance to make that move.

Not interested in this role, but want to see what else we’re advertising? Then you can search for plenty of other Audit Partner jobs here. 

About Public Practice Recruitment Ltd 

Public Practice Recruitment Ltd recruits high-calibre accounting professionals at all levels for tax, accounts, and auditor jobs on both a permanent and temporary basis for accountancy firms. 

Call Public Practice Recruitment Ltd today on 0333 577 7787 to discover how we can support you. 

Specialising solely in accountancy recruitment, Public Practice Recruitment Ltd regularly has new accountancy jobs in Manchester and has a superb track record of meeting and exceeding expectations for accountants looking for their next accounting role. 

Call us for a confidential chat on 0333 577 7787 or upload your CV here. 

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