Save Job Back to Search Job Description Summary Similar Jobs* Lead an established practice with a clear role in its future direction* Drive growth, develop teams and influence long-term succession plansAbout Our ClientOur client is a well-established and highly respected accountancy practice serving owner-managed businesses, entrepreneurs and private clients across the South West. With a reputation for delivering high-quality accounting, taxation and advisory services, the firm has built long-standing client relationships and continues to experience sustained growth.As part of its long-term strategic plans, the practice is seeking an experienced Practice Director to join its senior leadership team. This appointment represents an outstanding opportunity for a commercially minded practice professional who is looking to take ownership of a significant portfolio, influence the direction of the business and play a central role in the firm's future success.Job Description* Lead and develop a substantial portfolio of owner-managed business clients* Provide strategic accounting, taxation and business advisory services* Act as the primary relationship lead for key clients* Drive business development and identify growth opportunities* Develop and implement the firm's strategic objectives* Lead, mentor and develop managers and wider team members* Ensure the delivery of exceptional client service standards* Oversee quality control, workflow management and operational performance* Support recruitment, succession planning and leadership development* Represent the firm within the local business community* Contribute to future growth initiatives, acquisitions and service development opportunitiesThe Successful Applicant* ACA or ACCA qualified* Significant experience gained within UK accountancy practice* Strong technical expertise across accounts, tax and advisory services* Proven experience managing a substantial client portfolio* Demonstrable leadership and people management experience* Commercially minded with a track record of developing client relationships* Strong business development and networking capabilities* Strategic thinker with the ability to influence and drive change* Ambition to play a key role in the future direction of a growing practiceWhat's on Offer* Performance-related bonus* Genuine leadership opportunity* Significant autonomy and influence* Flexible working arrangements* Professional development support* Enhanced annual leave entitlement* Pension scheme* Modern and collaborative working environment* Potential future progression opportunities aligned to the firm's succession plansContactSally MasonQuote job refJN-112026-7140639Phone number+441179065158Job summaryJob functionAccountingSubsectorFinancial ServicesSectorFinancial ServicesWhereBristolContract typePermanentConsultant nameSally MasonConsultant phone+441179065158Job referenceJN-112026-7140639
