Our client, a UK-wide Accountancy Practice backed by private equity with a turnover exceeding £20m, is seeking a dynamic leader for the London and South East Region. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-established accountancy practice at a senior level and play a key role in shaping its strategic direction.

This position offers a unique chance to influence the future growth of the business. We are looking for an inspiring leader and a proactive networker to help drive its continued expansion. With a strong presence throughout the UK, this respected firm is on a solid growth path, making it an ideal opportunity for a motivated professional to contribute to its ongoing success.

The successful candidate will be ACA/ACCA qualified, with leadership experience at a senior level. Strong expertise in accounts, audit, and tax is essential, along with the ability to provide exceptional support to both clients and team members.

• Competitive salary plus bonus and benefits
• Full time, permanent role
• Company pension
• Generous annual leave
• Flexible hybrid working

Key Responsibilities:

• Strategic Leadership: Develop and implement the strategic plan for the SME Accounting Practice, aligning with the organisation's overall goals and objectives.
• Team Management: Lead, mentor, and develop a team of accounting professionals, promoting a collaborative and high-performance culture.
• Client Engagement: Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, understanding their needs and ensuring the delivery of exceptional tax, audit, accounting, advisory, and corporate finance services.
• Business Development: Identify and pursue new business opportunities, including crafting proposals, participating in client presentations, and negotiating engagements.
• Project Oversight: Oversee the delivery of projects across tax, audit, accounting, advisory, and corporate finance, ensuring they are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.
• Financial Analysis: Conduct thorough financial analyses, including preparing financial statements, audits, tax planning, and compliance services.
• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure compliance with accounting standards, industry regulations, and best practices.
• Innovation: Drive innovation within the practice, exploring new methodologies, technologies, and approaches to enhance service delivery across all areas of expertise.

• ACA/ ACCA qualified accountant
• Proven background in practice, with comprehensive expertise in accounts, audit, and tax.
• Significant experience in senior-level team leadership.
• Strong technical knowledge with a keen eye for detail.
• Exceptional skills in communication and client advisory.
• The ability to offer forward-thinking and confident guidance to clients.
• A strategic, innovative, and analytical approach to problem-solving.
• Skilled in building strong relationships and identifying new business opportunities.
• A commercially focused mindset with the ability to network and expand the firm’s service offering