Neil Hitchings

Neil has over 30 years of experience in the audit profession.

Having trained and qualified with a Big Four firm in Exeter, he now serves as an audit engagement lead and signatory for a diverse portfolio of clients across the South West.

Neil plays a key role in mentoring and coaching managers and has been fundamental in developing the firm’s audit training programmes. He also remains fully involved in all stages of the audit process, from planning through to completion and board reporting. His portfolio includes a significant number of not-for-profit organisations, reflecting his long-standing commitment to the charity sector. He believes that working across both commercial and not-for-profit clients fosters valuable cross-sector insights.

Neil’s specialist expertise includes EU and UK grant audits, and he has held several governance roles. In these roles, he has championed the evolution of risk registers into assurance maps, helping boards gain clearer oversight of risk management practices.