Job Description
Description
Associate Director - Accountancy Practice
Ripon - North Yorks
Competitive Salary + Excellent Benefits
About the Company
W Talent Finance is a specialist recruitment partner dedicated to placing high-calibre accounting professionals across both practice and commerce & industry markets worldwide. With a deep understanding of the finance landscape, we support clients ranging from leading professional services firms to established independent practices, delivering tailored talent solutions that drive business performance.
We are partnering with a highly regarded and well-established accountancy practice seeking to appoint an Associate Director to join its senior leadership team. This is a key appointment within the business, offering the opportunity to play an integral role in the continued development of the practice and supporting long-term succession planning.
This opportunity offers genuine long-term progression, including the potential for future advancement to Director level and equity participation for the right individual.
The Role
As Associate Director, you will play a central role within the management team, combining client portfolio management, team leadership, and operational improvement responsibilities.
You will take ownership of an established portfolio of lower-risk clients, initially transitioning relationships from a retiring Director, while supporting the future growth and development of the portfolio over time.
Alongside client-facing responsibilities, you will lead and support the accounts team, drive process improvements, and work closely with the Directors on more complex assignments as part of your ongoing professional development.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced practice professional looking to step into a broader leadership role within a progressive and supportive environment.
Key Responsibilities
Manage an established portfolio of clients, acting as the primary relationship contact
Develop and grow the client portfolio over time through excellent client service and business development opportunities
Oversee the day-to-day management of the accounts team
Train, mentor, and support junior members of the team
Provide technical guidance and support to team members at all levels
Review accounts and tax work prepared by the wider team
Support the implementation of new working practices and drive process standardisation
Lead efficiency improvements through the adoption of new technologies and systems
Support Directors on larger and more complex assignments
Contribute to wider management and strategic initiatives within the practice
About You
ACA or ACCA qualified with strong UK practice experience
Broad general practice background with strong all-round technical capability
Strong knowledge of personal and business taxation
Excellent technical knowledge of FRS105 and FRS102a reporting standards
Proven client portfolio management experience
Experience managing, mentoring, and developing team members
Commercially aware with strong relationship management skills
Proactive, organised, and able to manage multiple priorities effectively
What's on Offer
Competitive salary with an excellent benefits package
Opportunity to join the senior management team of a respected practice
Clear long-term progression pathway, including potential future Director progression
Opportunity for future equity participation
Supportive and collaborative working environment
Full-time role with flexibility for hybrid working for the right candidate
How to Apply
To apply for this position, please submit your CV via this website or contact W Talent Finance directly for a confidential discussion.
