Head of Audit (Financial & Regulatory Reporting) in Birmingham

Providing audit, tax and advisory services, we empower clients through strategic insight, curiosity, and genuine partnership. And we empower our people with real opportunity, an inclusive culture and work life balance. With over 5,000 people in the UK, and a presence in 150 global markets, we're on an ambitious journey, from great to exceptional, and we need the best people to help us achieve our potential. And with that comes the opportunity to help redefine what our industry looks like, and what you want from your career. Every day our teams help people in businesses and communities to do what is right and achieve their goals.We’re happy to talk flexible working and consider reduced hours and job shares, we’ll support you to balance your work and life.As a Financial Reporting Advisory Director in our CFO Solutions (CFOS) team, you will lead the delivery of high‑quality financial reporting solutions that help organisations navigate complex financial reporting and accounting challenges, adapt to change, and realise their strategic goals. A look into the role As a Financial Reporting Advisory Director you will play a key role in:Strategic leadership & department developmentSet the strategic direction of the Financial Reporting offering, ensuring services remain relevant, commercially robust, and aligned to market demandLead, inspire, and develop a high‑performing specialist team, fostering a culture of quality, curiosity, and continuous improvementOversee resource planning and recruitment to ensure the team is appropriately skilled and equipped to deliverClient advice & delivering excellenceAct as senior point of contact on complex financial reporting engagements, providing authoritative technical advice on IFRS, UK GAAP, US GAAP, Companies Act, and emerging standardsLead client projects, ensuring outputs are technically sound, commercially insightful, and risk‑managedBuild trusted, long‑term relationships with clients by deeply understanding their business model, challenges, and strategic prioritiesMarket positioning & business growthDevelop innovative propositions, thought leadership, and tools that position the firm as a market leader in financial reporting advisoryProactively identify new business opportunities through your professional network, industry contacts, and internal firm connectionsDrive the financial performance of the service line, including pipeline development, pricing strategy, and efficiency improvementsAct as an ambassador for the firm at external events, industry forums, and client meetingsPeople leadership & coachingProvide ongoing coaching, technical development, and performance feedback to team members at all levelsCreate an inclusive, supportive team culture that encourages learning, accountability, and collaborationLead performance reviews for senior team members and actively develop future leaders within the teamDevelop and use an extensive and active internal network which crosses client service boundaries and generate leadsKnowing you’re right for us Joining us as a Financial Reporting Advisory Director, the minimum criteria you’ll need is a professional qualification (ACA, ICAS, CA, ACCA or CIPFA) with significant post qualification experience. It would be great if you had some of the following skills, but don’t worry if you don’t tick every box, we’ll help you develop along the way.US GAAP experience is favourableDemonstrable experience in an accounting advisory, technical accounting, or financial reporting specialist functionProven ability to lead teams, manage senior stakeholder relationships, and deliver high‑quality client serviceA track record of business development success and an appetite for driving growth.Curiosity, commercial awareness, and a desire to innovate and improve maximising digital tools to create efficienciesKnowing we’re right for youEmbracing uniqueness, the culture at Grant Thornton thrives on the contributions of all our people, we never settle for what is easy, we look beyond to deliver the right thing, for everyone. Building an inclusive culture, where we value difference and respect our colleagues helps our people to perform at the best of their ability and realise their potential.The things you do, and the people you’re with outside of work matter, that’s why we’re happy to look at flexible working options for all our roles, and we’ll always do our best to keep your work and life in balance.From secondments, to fundraising for local charities, or investing in entrepreneurs in the developing world, you’ll be giving back to society. We’re looking for people who want to contribute, spark fresh ideas and go beyond expectations. SummaryLocation: BirminghamType: Full time