Associate Director - Accountant

My client, a growing and ambitious accountancy practice, is looking to appoint an experienced Associate Director to join their leadership team (just under Managing Director) and play a key role in shaping the future growth of the firm. This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially minded advisor who enjoys building trusted relationships with business owners, leading teams and delivering strategic tax and advisory solutions. The Role: • Managing and developing a significant portfolio of clients, acting as a trusted advisor • Providing corporate and personal tax advisory support • Identifying new business opportunities and growing client relationships • Managing WIP, recoverability, billing and fee budgets • Leading, mentoring and developing managers and senior staff • Supporting strategic planning, operational improvements and firm-wide initiatives • Driving innovation and improving client experience through technology and new ways of working The Ideal Candidate: • ACCA and/or CTA qualified • 6+ years'' experience within UK accountancy practice • Strong corporate and personal tax knowledge • Proven advisory and business development experience • Experience managing a client portfolio commercially • Strong leadership skills with the ability to develop teams • A commercially driven, entrepreneurial mindset with ambition to progress Benefits include: • Hybrid working and flexible hours • Annual bonus scheme • Private healthcare / BUPA Cash Plan • ..... full job details .....